Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
We would have loved to stay __________ like children all our lives.

Correct option is A

The correct option to fill in the blank is (a) innocent.
Explanation:
The sentence refers to a nostalgic desire to retain childlike qualities, and "innocent" best conveys the purity and simplicity associated with childhood.
Example: Children are naturally innocent, unaware of the world’s complexities.
Meanings of all options:
· (a) Innocent – Pure, not guilty or corrupt (निर्दोष, मासूम)
· (b) Shy – Timid or lacking confidence (संकोची)
· (c) Fragile – Easily broken or damaged (नाज़ुक)
· (d) Cunning – Clever in a deceitful way (चालाक, धूर्त)