Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word in the given sentence.
A boy died after he was assaulted by a teacher in his school.

Correct option is B

The correct antonym of the given word is (b) guarded.
Assaulted: To attack someone violently, either physically or verbally. (आक्रमण करना)
Example: The victim claimed that he was assaulted outside the store.
Guarded: To protect or defend someone from harm or attack. (सुरक्षा देना/रक्षा करना)
Example: The police guarded the celebrity during the public event.
Synonyms of assaulted: attacked, beaten, hit, pounced.
Antonyms: defended, protected, guarded, shielded.
Meanings of other given options:
· (a) Scolded: To criticize angrily. (डांटना)
· (c) Warned: To caution in advance. (चेतावनी देना)
· (d) Criticised: To find fault or judge harshly. (आलोचना करना)