Correct option is B
The correct substitution of the highlighted word is
(b) mourning.
Explanation:
The word "morning" refers to the early part of the day, whereas the context of the sentence clearly talks about expressing sorrow due to a loss. The correct word should be "mourning" which means expressing grief.
Grammatical rule used: Confusing homophones: "Morning" (सुबह) vs. "Mourning" (शोक मनाना)
Example: She was mourning the loss of her pet.
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Note: Always cross-check context when homophones are present — similar sound, different meanings.