7868. The manager was not present at the inception of the programme.

✅ The correct answer is option A.
Beginning : the point in time or space at which something begins.

Conclusion : the end or finish of an event, process, or text.

Demonstration : an act of showing that something exists or is true by giving proof or evidence.

Rejection : the dismissing or refusing of a proposal, idea, etc.

Inception : the establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.

Synonym of Inception is Beginning