Asked in: IB ACIO 2023 T-1 · SSC CPO 2022 T-1
indignation in SSC previous-year questions
- IB ACIO 2023 T-1 Vocabulary
Select the correct conclusion based on the meaning of the underlined word:
Statement: His false accusations caused indignation all around.
i. The indigenous population has suffered profound injustice.
ii. It has become a common practice to level allegations against the opposition parties.
iii. The unjust treatment meted out to soldiers caused shock and anger.
iv. He has fallen into the debt trap and is going through a phase of depression.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) Only iii is correct
Explanation:
Indignation means anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair or unjust treatment (अन्याय या गलत व्यवहार के कारण क्रोध या आक्रोश).
• i. Refers to injustice suffered by the indigenous population, but doesn't mention anger or outrage (just injustice, not indignation specifically). ❌
• ii. Refers to a common practice of making accusations—doesn't focus on feelings of anger/shock. ❌
• iii. "The unjust treatment meted out to soldiers caused shock and anger." (This matches indignation—unfairness leading to anger.) ✅
• iv. Refers to debt and depression, not anger due to unfairness. ❌
So, Only iii is correct.
indignation – questions
Has indignation been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – indignation has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: IB ACIO 2023 T-1, SSC CPO 2022 T-1.