Choose the most appropriate antonym of the highlighted word.
In all cases, they bestow credits on manufacturers that exceed the standards.

The correct antonym of the given word is (d) Preserve.
Given word: Bestow → Meaning: To present as a gift or confer something. Hindi Meaning: प्रदान करना। Synonyms: Confer, grant, give, award. Antonyms: Preserve, keep, withhold, retain.
Meanings of all options: · Confer → To grant or bestow something. · Award → To give a prize or recognition. · Grant → To agree or allow something. · Preserve → To keep or maintain in its original state (Correct).