Out of the given alternatives given choose the most appropriate option.
They have put speed bumps on the road to _________ accidents.

Correct option is B

The correct option to fill in the blank is (b) prevent.
• Explanation:
– The sentence refers to taking a step to stop something from happening, and “prevent” is the most appropriate verb.
• Grammatical rule used:
– Use verbs accurately according to context. "Prevent" means to stop an event from happening.
• Explanation in Hindi:
– “Prevent” का अर्थ होता है किसी चीज़ को होने से रोकना। यहाँ speed breakers दुर्घटना को रोकने के लिए लगाए जाते हैं।
• Example:
– Vaccines help prevent diseases. ✅
Meanings of the other options:
• (a) prohibit ❌
– English: Means officially ban – not suitable for natural events.
– Hindi: निषेध करना
• (c) avoid ❌
– English: Means to escape – not as active or preventive.
– Hindi: बचना
• (d) forbid ❌
– English: To command against – used for people, not events.
– Hindi: मना करना