Give a single word that substitutes for the following expression.

One who does not marry typically for religious reasons

The correct answer is: Option 4 (Celibate).

Key Points

• The word "Celibate" refers to a person who abstains from marriage and sexual relations, often for religious or spiritual reasons. (कौमार्य व्रतधारी)
  • Example: The monk took a vow to remain celibate for the rest of his life.
• "Celibate" is the correct word to describe someone who does not marry, typically for religious reasons.
  • Example: Many priests and nuns choose to live a celibate life to fully devote themselves to their faith.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4 (Celibate).

Additional Information

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

• Bachelor (कुवाँरा): A man who is not and has never been married.
  • Example: He remained a bachelor all his life, focusing on his career.
• Widower (विधुर): A man whose spouse has died and who has not remarried.
  • Example: After his wife passed away, he lived the life of a widower.
• Virgin (कुँवारा/कुँवारी): A person who has never engaged in sexual intercourse.
  • Example: The young woman chose to remain a virgin until marriage.