Concept:A “deterrent” is something that stops or discourages a person from doing something wrong.
Explanation:The underlined word “deterrent” is used in connection with corporal punishment.
Its purpose is to discourage or prevent indiscipline among students.
The word “deterrent” therefore means “something that discourages” or “a check.”
Now look at the options:
A remedy means a cure, B measure means a step or action, C discouragement means a feeling or act of being deterred, and D prevention means stopping something before it happens.
Among these, “discouragement” best matches the meaning of “deterrent,” since both suggest making someone less willing to misbehave.
Answer:C. discouragement