Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Benevolence

Correct option is C

The correct synonym of the given word is (c) Compassion.
Given word - Benevolence: Kindness and a desire to do good things for others. (परोपकारिता, भलाई की भावना)
Example: Her benevolence towards the homeless is inspiring.
Correct answer word - Compassion: Sympathy and concern for the sufferings of others. (दया भाव, सहानुभूति)
Example: He felt great compassion for the victims of the earthquake.
Synonyms: kindness, goodwill, generosity, humanity.
Antonyms: cruelty, harshness, indifference, malevolence.
Meanings of all the other given options:
· (a) Severity: Harshness or strictness. (कठोरता)
· (b) Malevolence: The wish to do evil to others. (दुर्भावना)
· (d) Impassion: Not a standard English word; likely intended "impassioned" meaning filled with passion. (जोश से भरपूर)