Select the synonym of Recalcitrant.

Correct option is B

The correct synonym of the given word is (b) Disobedient.
Given word – Recalcitrant: stubbornly resistant to authority, control, or guidance; difficult to manage ( हठी/आज्ञा न मानने वाला). Often used for people who refuse to follow rules or instructions.
Example (given word): The recalcitrant student refused to follow the classroom rules.
Correct answer word – Disobedient: not willing to obey rules, commands, or authority ( आज्ञा न मानने वाला/अवज्ञाकारी). It directly parallels the sense of resistance and non-compliance in “recalcitrant.”
Example (answer word): The disobedient dog ignored its owner’s calls.
Synonyms: obstinate, defiant, unruly, wayward.
Antonyms: compliant, obedient, submissive, tractable.
Meanings of the other options:
· (a) Loyal: faithful to a person/cause ( वफादार/निष्ठावान).
· (c) Submissive: ready to conform/yield ( आज्ञाकारी/झुकने वाला).
· (d) Supportive: providing help/encouragement ( सहायक/समर्थन करने वाला).