Which of the following statements is most appropriate and logical regarding 'silent reading' in Hindi language teaching?

Explanation

In Hindi language pedagogy, the primary objective of silent reading is to deeply understand textual material and grasp its meaning without any sound or interruption.

• It increases reading speed and fosters concentration and critical thinking abilities in students.
• Options 'b', 'c', and 'd' pertain to loud reading (oral reading) rather than silent reading, as pronunciation, addressing doubts verbally, and oral stress modulation require vocalization.