Select the correct synonym for the highlighted word:
Very often employees feel that their colleague behaves in a surreptitious manner.

Correct option is C

The correct synonym of surreptitious is (c) clandestine.
· Surreptitious means kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.
· Both words imply hidden or secretive actions.
Explanation in Hindi:
“Surreptitious” का अर्थ होता है – ऐसा कार्य जो गुप्त रूप से किया गया हो, खासकर वह जिसे सार्वजनिक रूप से स्वीकृति नहीं दी जाती।
Example: He made a surreptitious attempt to steal the documents.
Correct answer:
· Clandestine:
· English: Secret and concealed, especially for illicit purposes.
· Hindi: गुप्त और छुपा हुआ, खासकर अवैध कार्यों के लिए।
Meanings of other options:
· (a) Disdainful:
· English: Expressing contempt or lack of respect.
· Hindi: तिरस्कार या अवमानना व्यक्त करना।
· (b) Comradely:
· English: Friendly or brotherly in spirit.
· Hindi: सौहार्दपूर्ण, मित्रवत।
· (d) Rational:
· English: Based on reason or logic.
· Hindi: तर्कसंगत, विवेकपूर्ण।