Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'An official reprimand or strong criticism'.

Correct option is C

The correct one-word for the given group of words is (c) censure.
Censure means an official, formal expression of severe disapproval or criticism, often by an authority or governing body. It directly matches “an official reprimand or strong criticism.” (Hindi: आधिकारिक फटकार/कड़ी निन्दा)
Example: The minister faced censure in parliament for mishandling the crisis.
Meanings of the given other options:
· (a) Accusation: a charge or claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal (Hindi: आरोप)
· (b) Denunciation: public condemnation of someone or something, typically in strong moral terms (Hindi: भर्त्सना/निन्दा)
· (d) Indictment: a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime, especially by a grand jury (Hindi: अभियोग/अभियुक्ति)