What Does the 'Golden Thread' of English Criminal Law Refer

Multiple Choice

What does the 'golden thread' of English criminal law refer to? The golden thread rule outlined in Woolmington v DPP refers to the burden of proof placed on the prosecutions in all criminal trials.

A) The prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt the defendant is guilty.
B) It is for the defendant to prove his innocence.
C) It is for the prosecution to prove the defedant's guilt.
D) The defence must establish the defendant is not guilty on the balance of proabilities.