Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The ________ of the company’s CEO was widely praised for her innovative leadership.

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) reign.
Explanation:
· Reign refers to the period during which someone is in power or control, especially a ruler or a leader.
· In this sentence, it refers metaphorically to the CEO's leadership period. (Hindi: शासनकाल / नेतृत्व काल)
Example: The queen’s reign was marked by peace and prosperity.
Why others are incorrect:
· (a) rein – Straps used to guide a horse (लगाम)
· (b) rayne – Incorrect spelling, not a word in context
· (c) rain – Water droplets from clouds (बारिश)