Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The wheat crop ______ due to untimely excessive rains this year.

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) perished.
Explanation: “Perished” means to die or be destroyed, which fits perfectly in the context of crops damaged by rains. (Hindi meaning: नष्ट होना / मर जाना)
Example: Many plants perished in the cold winter.
Why others are incorrect:
· Expired: means ended its validity or life span (समाप्त होना) — used for things like medicines or documents.
· Concluded: means brought to an end (समाप्त करना) — not suitable for crops.
· Ruined: means damaged or spoiled badly (बर्बाद करना) — though close, it describes condition, not total destruction.
· Hence, “perished” best expresses the sense of complete loss.