Select the most appropriate option to substitute the given group of words.
A legal document authorizing the police or another body to make an arrest or search premises

Correct option is D

The correct one-word substitution for the given group of words is (d) warrant.
Explanation: A warrant is a legal document issued by a judge or magistrate, authorizing the police or another body to make an arrest, search premises, or carry out some other action related to the administration of justice. (Hindi meaning: वारंट)
Example: The police obtained a warrant to search the suspect’s house.
Meanings of all the given options:
· Permit: A document or license giving permission to do something. (Hindi meaning: अनुमति पत्र)
· Licence: An official permission or permit to own something or do a particular activity. (Hindi meaning: लाइसेंस)
· Decree: An official order issued by a legal authority. (Hindi meaning: आदेश या डिक्री)