Select the most appropriate option that can replace the highlighted word in the following sentence with its synonym.

Those who desert their families do not always become anchorites.

Correct option is C

The correct synonym of the given word is hermits.
· Given Word (Anchorites): An anchorite is a person who lives in complete seclusion, often for religious reasons. (Hindi: एकांतवास)
· Correct Answer Word (Hermit): A hermit refers to someone who withdraws from society and lives in solitude, similar in meaning to an anchorite. (Hindi: सन्यासी)
· Example: He chose to live as a hermit in the mountains, away from all distractions.
Meanings of Other Options:
· Wanderers: People who travel aimlessly (Hindi: भटकने वाले).
· Sailors: People who work on ships (Hindi: नाविक).
· Pirates: People who commit robbery at sea (Hindi: समुद्री डाकू).