In the given question, a sentence is given below with blank(s) to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
Economic development and education have ________ women more assertive.

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) made.
Made – (बनाना) To cause something to become or to bring about a change in someone or something.
The sentence describes how economic development and education have caused women to become more assertive. The correct causative verb is made.
Grammatical rule used:
In causative structures, we use have/has + made + object + adjective to show that something caused a change in someone or something.
Example:
· The new policies have made people more confident.
Meanings of other options:
· Resulted: (परिणामस्वरूप होना) To occur as a consequence, but it doesn't fit the sentence structure. E.g., The accident resulted in injury.
· Prepared: (तैयार करना) To make ready for use or action. E.g., She prepared for the exam.
· Marked: (चिन्हित करना) To indicate or highlight something. E.g., His efforts were marked by success.