A penalty or coercive measure designed to enforce compliance with laws or regulations.

Official approval or permission for an action.

किसी कार्रवाई के लिए आधिकारिक अनुमोदन या अनुमति।

English Usage: The project was finally given the religious sanction by the governing body.

Hindi Usage: इस परियोजना को अंततः शासी निकाय द्वारा धार्मिक मान्यता दी गई।

To impose a penalty or punishment.

दंड या सजा लगाना।

English Usage: The committee decided to sanction the student for his repeated violations.

Hindi Usage: समिति ने उसके लगातार उल्लंघनों के लिए छात्र पर दंड लगाने का निर्णय लिया।

To authorize or approve officially.