Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Two of the fugitives managed to remain free by adeptly avoiding the____________ of the police.

Correct option is C

The correct option to fill in the blank is (c) pursuit.
Explanation: Pursuit means the act of chasing or seeking someone or something. (पीछा करना)
Example: The pursuit of the thieves lasted for hours.
Meanings of other options:
· Following: A group of supporters or being next in sequence (अनुयायी).
· Repression: The action of subduing someone or something by force (दमन).
· Discovery: The action of finding or learning something for the first time (खोज).