Cong stifled constitution during emergency ignored it in 1984 riots says modi

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Cong  stifled constitution during emergency  ignored it in 1984 riots  says modi
03,Jun,2024

10 words from this day's editorials with Hindi meaning

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Conspiracy (noun)

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful. साजिश

Synonyms: Plot, Scheme, Stratagem, Cabal.

Antonyms: Faithfulness, Honesty, Ignorance, Loyalty

Example: Seven men, all from Bristol, admitted conspiracy to commit arson.

Prosecuted (verb)

The institution and conducting of legal proceedings against someone in respect of a criminal charge. अभियोग पक्ष

Synonyms: Arraign, Indict, Litigate, Sue

Antonyms: Defeat, Failure, Neglect

Example: A number of prosecutions have taken place under the new regulations, and penalties have been inflicted.

Convicted (adjective)

Having been declared guilty of a criminal offence by the verdict of a jury or the decision of a judge. अपराधी

Synonyms: Damned, Doomed, Fated

Antonyms: Commend, Exonerate, Exculpate, Cite

Example: The plaintiff was convicted of the crime.

Acquitted (verb)

A judgement or verdict that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged. दोषमुक्ति

Synonyms: Absolution, Clearing, Exoneration, Exculpate

Antonyms: Accuse, Blame, Charge, Condemn

Example: The case resulted in acquittal of the defendant.

Verdict (noun)

A decision on an issue of fact in a civil or criminal case or an inquest. निर्णय

Synonyms: Judgement, Adjudication, Decision, Finding

Antonyms: Accusation, Allegation, Arraignment, Attribution

Example: The verdict was not guilty.

Snatching (verb)

Quickly seize (something) in a rude or eager way. छीन लिया

Synonyms: Appropriated, Kidnapped, Seized, Stolen

Antonyms: Missed, Released, Discharged, Freed

Example: Kidnappers snatched the girl from her bedroom.

Slammed (verb)

Shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly. पराजित करना

Synonyms: Bang, Attacked, Scolded, Blasted

Antonyms: Loose, Open, Slack, Unsealed

Example: He slammed the door in my face.

Tender (adjective)

Showing gentleness, kindness, and affection. नाज़ुक

Synonyms: Caring, Kind, Kind-Hearted, Soft-Hearted

Antonyms: Unbreakable, Callous, Hard, Healthy

Example: He gave her a tender look.

Recruitment (noun)

The process of actively seeking out, finding and hiring candidates for a specific position or job भर्ती

Synonyms: Engagement, Enlistment, Enrollment, Employment

Antonyms: Fun, Unemployment, Avocation, Entertainment

Example: The recruitment process has been really successful and all managers and team leaders have now been placed.

Alliance (noun)

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations. संधि

Synonyms: Association, League, Compact, Concordat

Antonyms: Dissociation, Disaffiliation, Separation, Severance

Example: We need to form a closer alliance between government and industry.

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2. Antonym of Recruitment

3. Synonym of Alliance

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