Canon(noun)
A set of accepted rules, standards, or important works (especially in art/literature); also, an official collection of sacred writings.
Hindi meaning:मान्य नियम/मानक; आधिकारिक ग्रंथ-संग्रह
Synonyms: Standard, Principle, Rule, Doctrine
Antonyms: Heresy, Anomaly, Deviation, Irregularity
Example: Shakespeare’s plays are part of the literary canon.
Trick to remember: Canon ko kaanoon jaisa samjho—jo officially accepted ho, wahi canon hota hai.
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