The politicians response to the accusation simply begged the question and failed to provide a clear answer. What does the phrase “to beg the question” mean ?

The politicians response to the accusation simply begged the question and failed to provide a clear answer. What does the phrase “to beg the question” mean ?

• (अ)(1) To ask for a favour or assistance.
• (ब)(2) To avoid answering the question directly.
• (क)(3) To make a logical fallacy by assuming the conclusion in premise.✓ योग्य उत्तर
• (ड)(4) To question someone’s authority or credibility.