apple of discord meaning in Hindi

apple of discord in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 ML Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
   Apple of discord

   ADisruption of communicationBCause of happinessCSolution of disputeDMatter of dispute
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Matter of dispute

   The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "Apple of discord" is:
   Matter of dispute
   Explanation:
   • "Apple of discord" refers to something that causes disagreement, conflict, or a dispute among people. It originates from Greek mythology, where the apple was thrown into a gathering of gods and goddesses, causing a dispute over who should have it.
   • The other options (disruption of communication, cause of happiness, solution of dispute) do not accurately capture the meaning of this idiom.

2. SSC CPO 2018 T-2 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
   T̲h̲e̲ ̲a̲p̲p̲l̲e̲ ̲o̲f̲ ̲d̲i̲s̲c̲o̲r̲d̲ among the brothers was their father’s mansion in the country.

   AFruitful discussionBreason for quarrelChopeful attentionDSincere affection
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) reason for quarrel

   ✅ Correct Answer: Option B (reason for quarrel)
   Type: Idiom
   "the apple of discord" = the cause of a quarrel or dispute (झगड़े की जड़).
   Why the others are wrong
   • fruitful discussion / hopeful attention / sincere affection – none means "cause of a fight".

3. SSC CPO 2023 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
   Apple of discord

   ADistant loveBCentre of attractionCBone of contentionDPractical
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Bone of contention

   The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "Apple of discord" is: (b) Bone of contention
   "Apple of discord" refers to a person or thing that causes strife, discord, or disagreement among people.
   Bone of contention: Refers to a subject or issue over which there is prolonged disagreement or dispute.

Examples

• “The property became an apple of discord between the two brothers.”

apple of discord – questions

What is the meaning of apple of discord in Hindi?

apple of discord means “झगड़े की जड़” in Hindi. In English: Something that causes disagreement or conflict

What are the synonyms of apple of discord?

Synonyms of apple of discord: bone of contention, point of conflict.

Has apple of discord been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – apple of discord has been asked 5 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 ML, SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024, SSC CPO 2023 T-1, SSC CPO 2020 T-1, SSC CPO 2018 T-2.

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