Directions: Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists:List I
(Word/Expression)List II
(Meaning)A. Malversation 1. Continuing without a break B. Conundrum 2. Confusing problem C. Incessant 3. Extracting money in the form of taxes D. Mulct 4. Corrupt behaviour of a public servant
Code:
A B C D
Understanding the Word Matching Question
The question requires matching words or expressions from List I with their correct meanings provided in List II. We need to carefully consider the definition of each term in List I and find its closest equivalent in List II. The final step is to select the code that represents the correct sequence of matches.
Matching List I with List II
Let's break down each item from List I and find its corresponding meaning in List II:
- A. Malversation: This term refers to wrongdoing or misconduct, especially by someone in a position of public trust. It signifies corruption. Looking at List II, the meaning 'Corrupt behaviour of a public servant' (4) accurately describes malversation.
- B. Conundrum: A conundrum is a confusing and difficult problem or riddle. From List II, the meaning 'Confusing problem' (2) fits perfectly.
- C. Incessant: This adjective means continuing without pause or interruption. In List II, 'Continuing without a break' (1) is the exact definition.
- D. Mulct: To mulct means to impose a fine or penalty on someone, often involving extracting money unfairly, such as through taxes or fees. The meaning 'Extracting money in the form of taxes' (3) aligns with this definition.
Summary of Matches
Based on the analysis above, the correct pairings are:
- A matches with 4
- B matches with 2
- C matches with 1
- D matches with 3
Presenting the Correct Code
Arranging the numbers according to the matches (A, B, C, D), we get the code 4 2 1 3. This corresponds to option 1.
| List I (Word/Expression) | List II (Meaning) | Match |
| A. Malversation | 4. Corrupt behaviour of a public servant | 4 |
| B. Conundrum | 2. Confusing problem | 2 |
| C. Incessant | 1. Continuing without a break | 1 |
| D. Mulct | 3. Extracting money in the form of taxes | 3 |
Therefore, the correct code representing the matches is 4 2 1 3.
Similar Questions
Precept and Percept
Directions: Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists:
List I
(Word/Expression)List II
(Meaning)A. Kernel 1. Something that causes bad luck B. Brook 2. Small stream C. Jinx 3. Something that gives feeling of comfort D. Solace 4. Soft part inside a seed
Code:
A B C D'Immolate'
1. To kill somebody or self by burning
2. To kill somebody or self or an animal as an act of sacrifice'Raconteur'
1. Someone who is capable of telling stories in an interesting manner
2. Somebody who believes in only telling tall tales'Quotidian'
1. To quote inaccurately
2. Someone fond of quoting others'Anarchism'
1. Absence of government and/or authority
2. Chaos and disorder in the absence of government'Pristine'
1. In the original condition
2. In the defiled condition'Emasculate'
1. Making someone strong and powerful
2. Increase one's musculature'Perturbation'
1. Mental anxiety and disturbance
2. Deviation of a system or moving object caused by an outside influence'Enormity'
1. The fact of something being serious and grave
2. Abominable crime or sin
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