Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

Debjyoti’s short animation film ______ highlights the stark contrast between the rich and the poor in India.

poignantly

The most appropriate word to fill in the blank is poignantly.

The word poignant means to be emotionally moving or affecting. In this case, Debjyoti's short animation film highlights the stark contrast between the rich and the poor in India in a way that is emotionally moving and affecting. The other words in the options do not have the same meaning.

• Strictly means in a very careful and exact way.
• Carelessly means in a way that is not careful or attentive.
• Sweetly means in a way that is gentle and kind.