Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Ban

Correct option is B

The correct synonym of the given word is (b) prohibit.
Ban: An official or legal prohibition. (प्रतिबंध लगाना)
Example: The government imposed a ban on plastic bags.
Prohibit: To formally forbid something by law. (निषेध करना)
Example: Smoking is prohibited in public places.
Synonyms: forbid, disallow, restrict, bar.
Antonyms: allow, permit, approve, authorize.
Meanings of all the given options:
· (a) Ascertain: To find out with certainty (पता लगाना)
· (c) Abandon: To leave completely (छोड़ देना)
· (d) Band: A group or loop (पट्टी / समूह)