Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted word.
After coming back from the war, Ulysses decided to spend an indolent life in Ithaca.

Correct option is D

The most appropriate meaning of the highlighted word ‘indolent’ is (d) uninteresting and lazy.
Indolent refers to a person who avoids work and prefers comfort and inactivity. Here, after war, Ulysses wants a life of rest and idleness, so “lazy/idle” fits the context best. (Hindi meaning: आलसी / कामचोर)
Example: After retirement, he became indolent and spent most of his day sleeping.
Meanings of the given other options:
· (a) Unfavourable and hostile (प्रतिकूल और शत्रुतापूर्ण)
· (b) Arduous and painstaking (कठिन और मेहनत वाला)
· (c) Enthusiastic and devotional (उत्साही और भक्तिपूर्ण)