Choose the correct meaning of the word 'Reference' from the following options.

The correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. the act of mentioning someone or something in speech or writing.

Key Points

• "Reference" refers to the act of mentioning someone or something in speech or writing, often to provide evidence or support for something. (संदर्भ)
  • Example: The book includes many references to scientific studies.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. the act of mentioning someone or something in speech or writing.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Recipe (रेसिपी): A set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of the ingredients required.
  • Example: She followed the recipe to bake a delicious cake.
• Part of the bank; one of its offices (बैंक का एक हिस्सा; इसके कार्यालयों में से एक): This could refer to a branch or division of a bank.
  • Example: He works at the main branch of the bank downtown.
• Multiple preparations (कई तैयारियां): This refers to the act of preparing many things or making arrangements.
  • Example: There were multiple preparations made for the big event.