Fill in the blank with appropriate word.
His place was _____ in the team after he displayed his explosive batting style.

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) cemented.
Explanation: “Cemented” means firmly established or secured. The context is about earning a permanent spot in the team. (Hindi: पक्का कर लेना / मजबूत कर लेना)
Example: His performance cemented his reputation as a reliable player.
Other options:
· (a) Affected – Influenced (प्रभावित किया)
· (b) Fermented – Caused to undergo fermentation (खमीर उठना)
· (c) Belittled – Made something seem unimportant (तुच्छ बनाना)