Out of the given alternatives given choose the most appropriate option.
I wanted to go to the park, _________ my mother refused.

Correct option is A

The correct option to fill in the blank is (a) but.
• Explanation:
– The sentence shows a contrast between what the speaker wanted and what the mother did.
– "But" is the correct coordinating conjunction for contrast.
• Grammatical rule used:
– Use "but" to connect two opposing ideas.
• Explanation in Hindi:
– जब दो विचारों में विरोधाभास हो, तब "but" का प्रयोग किया जाता है।
• Example:
– I studied hard, but I still failed. ✅
Meanings of the other options:
• (b) or ❌
– English: Offers an alternative.
– Hindi: या
• (c) so ❌
– English: Shows result or consequence.
– Hindi: इसलिए
• (d) and ❌
– English: Adds similar ideas.
– Hindi: और