Select the most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word.
Medicines should be ordered by the generic name, not by the proprietary or trade.

Correct option is B

The correct synonym of the given word is (b) General.
Generic: Refers to something not specific or branded, often used in reference to medicines that are common or standard versions not tied to a brand name. (सामान्य, गैर-ब्रांडेड)
Example: Doctors usually prescribe generic medicines as they are cheaper.
General: Common or not specific; something applicable to all. (सामान्य)
Example: The doctor gave me a general medicine for fever.
Synonyms: general, common, unbranded, standard
Antonyms: exclusive, branded, specific, proprietary
Meanings of other given options:
· (a) Exclusive – Limited to one group; private (विशिष्ट)
· (c) Individual – refers to a single human being or organism, distinct from a group or a class. (व्यक्तिगत)
· (d) Specific – Clearly defined or identified (विशिष्ट)