by hook or by crook meaning in Hindi

by hook or by crook in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CPO 2022 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
   By hook or by crook

   AMaking more of an effortBUsing a lot of energy and effort to do somethingCUsing whatever methods are necessaryDProbably possible, but it will be difficult
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Using whatever methods are necessary

   Answer: 3 – Using whatever methods are necessary
   Solution (Correct Option – 3: Using whatever methods are necessary):
   The idiom "by hook or by crook" means to achieve something by any means possible, whether fair or unfair, legal or not, or by using any method available.
   Example: He was determined to win the competition by hook or by crook.
   By hook or by crook – किसी भी तरह से, चाहे जैसे भी हो (ज़रूरी नहीं कि तरीका सही हो)
   Why other options are incorrect:
   • Making more of an effort – Means trying harder, but doesn’t include using all possible methods.
   • Using a lot of energy and effort – Focuses on effort, not the variety of methods.
   • Probably possible, but it will be difficult – This match

by hook or by crook – questions

Has by hook or by crook been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – by hook or by crook has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2022 T-1, SSC MTS 2021.

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