Select the most appropriate option to substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
Play being recognised as an important factor in improving mental and physical health of children.

Correct option is A

The correct option to substitute the highlighted segment in the sentence "Play being recognised as an important factor in improving mental and physical health of children." is: option (a) Play is recognised
Explanation:
· The sentence requires a verb to properly convey the idea that play is currently recognized as important. The correct structure is "Play is recognised," where "is" serves as the auxiliary verb, making the sentence complete and grammatically correct.
Grammatical Rule Involved:
· Subject-Verb Agreement: A complete sentence requires a subject and a verb. In this case, the subject "Play" needs the verb "is recognised" to form a grammatically correct sentence that conveys a complete thought.