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Source: The Hindu · 28 Feb 2026Ahead of civic polls in Rajasthan, the State Cabinet on Wednesday approved the removal of three-decade-old legal provisions prohibiting persons with more than two children from contesting panchayat and urban local body polls.
The restriction was introduced in 1995 during the government led by former Chief Minister Bhairon Singh Shekhawat.
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Kleptomania (noun)
A mental disorder characterized by a recurrent, irresistible urge to steal items, often without needing them. चोरी करने की बाध्यकारी प्रवृत्ति
Synonyms: Compulsive stealing, Theft impulse, Stealing disorder, Shoplifting tendency
Antonyms: Honesty, Integrity, Self-control, Lawfulness
Example: Despite having enough money, his kleptomania pushed him to steal small things from stores.
Interloper (noun)
A person who becomes involved in a place or situation where they are not wanted or do not belong. अनधिकार प्रवेश करने वाला व्यक्ति
Synonyms: Intruder, Trespasser, Meddler, Invader
Antonyms: Resident, Member, Insider, Authorized person
Example: The security guard removed the interloper who tried to enter the restricted area.
Numismatist (noun)
A person who studies or collects coins, currency, and medals. मुद्राशास्त्र का जानकार/संग्रहकर्ता
Synonyms: Coin collector, Currency collector, Coin expert, Medal collector
Antonyms: Spender, Non-collector, Ignorant person, Disinterested person
Example: The numismatist identified the rare coin by its mint mark and year.
Sumptuous (adjective)
Splendid and expensive-looking; rich and luxurious. भव्य और शानदार
Synonyms: Lavish, Luxurious, Opulent, Magnificent
Antonyms: Plain, Simple, Modest, Spartan
Example: They stayed in a sumptuous hotel with grand interiors and fine dining.
Flabbergasted (adjective)
Extremely surprised or shocked. अचंभित
Synonyms: Astonished, Stunned, Speechless, Dumbfounded
Antonyms: Unimpressed, Calm, Expectant, Unshaken
Example: She was flabbergasted when she heard she had won the scholarship.
Orchestrate (verb)
Arrange or direct (an event or plan) carefully to produce a desired result. व्यवस्थित रूप से संचालित करना
Synonyms: Organize, Coordinate, Arrange, Engineer
Antonyms: Disrupt, Disorder, Neglect, Improvisе
Example: The manager orchestrated the entire campaign to ensure a successful launch.
Polarize (verb)
Divide (a group or society) into two sharply opposing sides. ध्रुवीकृत करना
Synonyms: Divide, Split, Fragment, Alienate
Antonyms: Unite, Reconcile, Harmonize, Integrate
Example: The controversial decision began to polarize the community into two opposing groups.
Cavalcade (noun)
A procession of people, vehicles, or horses moving along together, often for celebration or display. शोभायात्रा
Synonyms: Procession, Parade, Motorcade, Cortege
Antonyms: Dispersal, Scattering, Separation, Disorder
Example: A colorful cavalcade of decorated cars moved through the streets during the festival.
Masticate (verb)
Chew (food) thoroughly. चबाना
Synonyms: Chew, Gnaw, Chomp, Munch
Antonyms: Swallow, Gulp, Bolt, Gobble
Example: You should masticate your food properly to aid digestion.
Somniloquy (noun)
The act of talking while asleep; sleep-talking. नींद में बोलना
Synonyms: Sleep-talking, Nocturnal talking, Sleep speech, Dream talk
Antonyms: Silence, Wakefulness, Quietness, Alertness
Example: His somniloquy amused everyone when he started answering questions in his sleep.
Amity (noun)
Friendship; peaceful harmony; mutual understanding. मैत्री
Synonyms: Friendship, Harmony, Accord, Camaraderie
Antonyms: Enmity, Hostility, Discord, Antagonism
Example: The two countries restored amity after years of tension.
Dictum (noun)
An authoritative statement or pronouncement; a formal saying. आदेश
Synonyms: Pronouncement, Assertion, Maxim, Decree
Antonyms: Question, Doubt, Denial, Refutation
Example: The judge’s dictum set a clear standard for future cases.
Folly (noun)
Lack of good sense; foolishness; a foolish act. मूर्खता
Synonyms: Foolishness, Stupidity, Imprudence, Absurdity
Antonyms: Wisdom, Prudence, Sense, Sanity
Example: Investing all his savings without research was pure folly.
Hoodwink (verb)
Deceive or trick someone; mislead by giving a false impression. धोखा देना
Synonyms: Deceive, Trick, Dupe, Bamboozle
Antonyms: Inform, Enlighten, Clarify, Educate
Example: The scammer tried to hoodwink the elderly man into sharing his bank details.
Listless (adjective)
Lacking energy, enthusiasm, or interest; unwilling to make an effort. उत्साहहीन
Synonyms: Lethargic, Apathetic, Indifferent, Sluggish
Antonyms: Energetic, Enthusiastic, Lively, Animated
Example: He felt listless all day and could not focus on his work.
Onset (noun)
he beginning or start of something, especially something unpleasant. आरंभ
Synonyms: Beginning, Start, Commencement, Emergence
Antonyms: End, Conclusion, Termination, Finish
Example: At the onset of winter, the nights became much colder.
Ploy (noun)
A clever plan or trick used to gain an advantage. चाल
Synonyms: Strategy, Tactic, Trick, Maneuver
Antonyms: Candor, Honesty, Sincerity, Openness
Example: His sudden kindness was just a ploy to win her trust.
Taint (verb)
Contaminate or spoil something; damage the purity or reputation of someone/something. दूषित करना
Synonyms: Contaminate, Pollute, Stain, Corrupt
Antonyms: Purify, Cleanse, Preserve, Protect
Example: The scandal tainted his reputation for years.
Uncanny (adjective)
Strange or mysterious in an unsettling way; seeming beyond what is normal or natural. अलौकिक
Synonyms: Eerie, Mysterious, Unsettling, Supernatural
Antonyms: Normal, Natural, Ordinary, Familiar
Example: She had an uncanny ability to predict what people would say next.
Yoke (noun)
A wooden crosspiece used to join animals together for pulling; a symbol of control or burden. जुआ
Synonyms: Harness, Bond, Shackle, Burden
Antonyms: Freedom, Liberty, Independence, Release
Example: The oxen pulled the cart together under a heavy yoke.
Quick quiz: 5 questions on these words
Synonyms and antonyms, the way exams ask them. Answers show as you tap.
1. Synonym of Numismatist
2. Antonym of Sumptuous
3. Synonym of Dictum
4. Antonym of Flabbergasted
5. Synonym of Somniloquy
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