Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
It is essential to understand consumer behaviour so that protective ______ can be taken through legislation.

Correct option is C

The correct option to fill in the blank is (c) measures.
Explanation: The word “protective” refers to actions taken to safeguard consumers. The word measures fits best as it means official steps or actions. (Hindi: उपाय, कार्यवाही)
Example: The government has taken strict measures to ensure safety.
Meanings of other options:
· (a) Methods – Techniques or procedures (तरीके), but doesn't imply legal protection
· (b) Events – Occurrences or happenings (घटनाएँ), irrelevant here
· (d) Dealings – Transactions or interactions (लेन-देन), contextually incorrect