Select the option in which the word ‘truant’ is used correctly.

Correct option is A

The correct use of the word 'truant' is in option (a).
Explanation:
‘Truant’ refers to a student who stays away from school without leave or explanation. (Hindi meaning: स्कूल से अनुपस्थित छात्र)
Example: The principal warned the truants that they would be punished if they missed classes without permission.
Meanings of the given other options:
· (b): Incorrect usage: "playing truant in water" does not make sense as truancy is related to avoiding school.
· (c): Incorrect usage: Employees are not typically called truants; this term is associated with students.
· (d): Incorrect usage: Truants are not criminals; the word cannot be used for robbers.