condition of/condition that

[tanuj_iitd]

Several senior officials spoke to the press on condi-tion that they not be named in the story.

A that they not be named
B that their names will not be used
C that their names are not used
D of not being named
E they will not be named

OA is A however i thought D as the answer.Can someone explain?

[Vignesh.4384]

I guess this is a case of subjunctive mood.
Thats why it is A.

For Eg:
Incorrect: His requirement is that everyone is computer literate.

Correct: His requirement is that everyone be computer literate.
(Subordinate clause follows main clause with a demand.)

[manju_ej]

When it is - "of not being named in the story" the question arises of not what being named in the story?, where as, when it is -" condition that they not be named in the story it brings more clarity", to the intended meaning.

[gmatutor]

When you are given a condition it must be followed by the infinitive form. After someone has given an order, or in this case a condition, choose the to be verb form.[/i]

[pradeepsarathy]

Guys,
Whats wrong with 'B'?

[ektamatta]

i too thought that OA supposed to be choice B. can anyone please explain