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1 Interoperability (noun)

अंतरसंचालनीयता

Interoperability meaning

The ability of different systems, devices, or organizations to work together and exchange information smoothly.

Synonyms: Compatibility, Integratability, Interconnection, Interchangeability

Antonyms: Incompatibility, Isolation, Disconnection, Fragmentation

Example: Interoperability between hospitals helped doctors access patient records quickly and safely.

2 Decentralization (noun)

विकेन्द्रीकरण

Decentralization meaning

The transfer of power or decision-making from a central authority to local or regional bodies.

Synonyms: Devolution, Delegation, Dispersal, Deconcentration

Antonyms: Centralization, Consolidation, Concentration, Unification

Example: Decentralization in governance allows local bodies to make decisions based on local needs.

3 Standardization (noun)

मानकीकरण

Standardization meaning

The process of making something follow a fixed and accepted standard or uniform set of rules.

Synonyms: Uniformity, Normalization, Harmonization, Regulation

Antonyms: Variation, Irregularity, Diversity, Nonconformity

Example: Standardization of safety rules ensured that all factories followed the same minimum requirements.

4 Remediation (noun)

सुधारात्मक उपाय

Remediation meaning

The act of correcting a problem or improving a bad situation, especially by repairing damage or fixing faults.

Synonyms: Correction, Rectification, Repair, Rehabilitation

Antonyms: Neglect, Deterioration, Worsening, Aggravation

Example: The company started environmental remediation to clean up the polluted riverbank.

5 Endorsement (noun)

समर्थन

Endorsement meaning

Public approval or support for someone or something; also, an official signature on a document.

Synonyms: Approval, Support, Backing, Authorization

Antonyms: Opposition, Rejection, Disapproval, Denial

Example: The candidate gained popularity after receiving an endorsement from a respected leader.

6 Deputation (noun)

प्रतिनियुक्ति

Deputation meaning

The act of sending an employee/official temporarily to another post, department, or organization; also, a group sent for a specific purpose.

Synonyms: Secondment, Assignment, Posting, Delegation

Antonyms: Permanence, Retention, Reinstatement, Repatriation

Example: She went on deputation to the central ministry for two years to work on a national project.

7 Enforcement (noun)

प्रवर्तन

Enforcement meaning

The act of making sure that a law, rule, or decision is obeyed and applied in practice.

Synonyms: Implementation, Execution, Application, Imposition

Antonyms: Noncompliance, Neglect, Disregard, Violation

Example: Strict enforcement of traffic rules reduced accidents in the city.

8 Interministerial (adjective)

अंतर-मंत्रालयीय

Interministerial meaning

Involving cooperation or coordination between different ministries or departments of a government.

Synonyms: Cross-ministerial, Interdepartmental, Coordinated, Collaborative

Antonyms: Intraministerial, Isolated, Unilateral, Uncoordinated

Example: An interministerial committee was formed to address the issue of urban pollution.

9 Expenditure (noun)

व्यय

Expenditure meaning

The act of spending money; the amount of money spent for a particular purpose.

Synonyms: Spending, Outlay, Expense, Disbursement

Antonyms: Income, Revenue, Earnings, Savings

Example: The government's health expenditure increased to improve hospitals and primary care services.

10 Exemption (noun)

छूट

Exemption meaning

The act of being freed from an obligation, rule, or payment; a special permission not to follow a requirement.

Synonyms: Waiver, Immunity, Dispensation, Exclusion

Antonyms: Obligation, Requirement, Liability, Compulsion

Example: Senior citizens may get tax exemption on certain types of income under specific rules.

11 Contingency (noun)

आकस्मिक स्थिति

Contingency meaning

A possible future event or situation that cannot be predicted with certainty.

Synonyms: Emergency, Possibility, Eventuality, Uncertainty

Antonyms: Certainty, Assurance, Impossibility, Guarantee

Example: The company kept extra funds as a contingency for unexpected repairs.

12 Misappropriation (noun)

गबन

Misappropriation meaning

The dishonest use of money or property for one’s own benefit.

Synonyms: Embezzlement, Theft, Misuse, Defalcation

Antonyms: Restitution, Reimbursement, Compensation, Repayment

Example: The auditor found evidence of misappropriation of public funds.

13 Remittance (noun)

धन प्रेषण

Remittance meaning

A sum of money sent, especially by mail or electronic transfer, to pay for something or to someone.

Synonyms: Transfer, Payment, Transmission, Dispatch

Antonyms: Receipt, Retention, Withholding, Collection

Example: He made a remittance to his family every month from abroad.

14 Ratification (noun)

अनुसमर्थन

Ratification meaning

The official approval of an agreement, treaty, or decision.

Synonyms: Approval, Confirmation, Validation, Endorsement

Antonyms: Rejection, Refusal, Disapproval, Veto

Example: The treaty came into force only after ratification by the parliament.

15 Interpellation (noun)

प्रश्नोत्तर

Interpellation meaning

A formal question raised in a legislature to question a minister or the government.

Synonyms: Questioning, Inquiry, Interrogation, Query

Antonyms: Silence, Ignoring, Acceptance, Approval

Example: The opposition moved an interpellation to seek clarification on the new policy.

16 Deposition (noun)

शपथपूर्वक बयान

Deposition meaning

A formal statement given under oath, especially for use in a court case.

Synonyms: Testimony, Statement, Declaration, Affidavit

Antonyms: Retraction, Denial, Silence, Concealment

Example: The witness gave a deposition before the trial began.

17 Annexure (noun)

परिशिष्ट

Annexure meaning

An additional document or section attached to the main document for reference.

Synonyms: Appendix, Attachment, Addendum, Supplement

Antonyms: Main text, Core document, Detachment, Omission

Example: Please refer to the annexure for the detailed list of beneficiaries.

18 Domicile (noun)

अधिवास

Domicile meaning

The place where a person has their permanent home or legal residence.

Synonyms: Residence, Home, Abode, Dwelling

Antonyms: Foreign land, Nonresidence, Departure, Exile

Example: She changed her domicile to Rajasthan for official eligibility purposes.

19 Estoppel (noun)

प्रतिषेध

Estoppel meaning

A legal rule that prevents someone from saying or doing something that contradicts what they earlier stated or agreed to, especially when others relied on it.

Synonyms: Preclusion, Bar, Prevention, Prohibition

Antonyms: Permission, Allowance, Entitlement, Freedom

Example: Because of estoppel, he could not deny the promise after the other party relied on it.

20 Recusal (noun)

पदत्याग

Recusal meaning

The act of a judge or official stepping aside from a case due to possible bias or conflict of interest.

Synonyms: Withdrawal, Abstention, Disqualification, Step-down

Antonyms: Participation, Involvement, Engagement, Inclusion

Example: The judge announced recusal because of a prior connection with the parties.

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