Interpellation(noun)
A formal question raised in a legislature to question a minister or the government.
Hindi meaning:प्रश्नोत्तर
Synonyms: Questioning, Inquiry, Interrogation, Query
Antonyms: Silence, Ignoring, Acceptance, Approval
Example: The opposition moved an interpellation to seek clarification on the new policy.
Trick to remember: In Parliament, when you “inter-pel” (interrupt + question) the government, that is interpellation.
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