Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The difference between a male and a female still __________ in our society. In this era where women have such great achievements in every field, still in some sections of our community, a man is always termed as superior to women.

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) persists.
Explanation:
· The word "persists" means to continue to exist or remain unchanged for a long time. (Hindi: बना रहता है)
· In the given sentence, the subject "The difference" indicates an ongoing issue in society, making "persists" the correct choice.
Example:
✅ Despite numerous reforms, gender inequality still persists in many countries.
Explanation of Incorrect Options:
· (a) insists: Means to demand firmly (Hindi: जोर देना), which does not fit the context.
· (b) requires: Means needs or demands something (Hindi: आवश्यकता होना), which is incorrect in this case.
· (c) defects: Means flaws or shortcomings (Hindi: दोष), which does not fit grammatically in this sentence.