invigilator meaning in Hindi

invigilator in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025 Spelling

   Identify the correct spelling for 'an official who supervises an exam.'

   AInvigilatorBEnvigilatorCInvegilatorDInvagelator
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Invigilator

   The correct spelling is 'Invigilator' - an official who watches over candidates during an examination (from 'vigil', meaning watchfulness).
   'Envigilator', 'Invegilator' and 'Invagelator' are all incorrect spellings.

2. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words.
   The man supervising the exam had a huge moustache.

   AControllerBCuratorCExaminerDInvigilator
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Invigilator

   Correct Answer: Invigilator
   Explanation:
   The underlined phrase "man supervising the exam" refers to a person who monitors students during an examination to ensure there is no cheating. The correct one-word substitute is "Invigilator."
   • Invigilator – a person who watches over students during an exam (परीक्षा में निगरानी रखने वाला व्यक्ति).
   Other options:
   • Controller – one who regulates or manages systems, not specific to exams.
   • Curator – a keeper of a museum or collection (संग्रहालय या संग्रह का प्रभारी).
   • Examiner – a person who sets or marks the exam, not necessarily the one supervising it.
   So, the correct substitute is: Invigilator.

3. SSC CGL 2020 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   One who supervises in an examination hall

   AVerifierBInspectorCManagerDInvigilator
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Invigilator

   Answer: Invigilator
   Solution:
   • An invigilator is specifically one who supervises candidates in an examination hall, ensuring fair conduct throughout the exam.
   Why the other options are incorrect:
   • Verifier – a person who confirms correctness (सत्यापन करने वाला), typically checks facts or documents, not examination conduct.
   • Inspector – an official who inspects compliance (निरीक्षक), often in contexts like safety or standards, not limited to exam supervision.
   • Manager – one who oversees operations (प्रबंधक), a broad role not specifically tied to monitoring exams.

4. SSC CGL 2021 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   One who supervises students in an examination hall

   ATeacherBInspectorCInvigilatorDExaminee
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Invigilator

   Explanation:
   The phrase “One who supervises students in an examination hall” refers to the person responsible for monitoring students during an exam to ensure there is no cheating or misconduct.
   The correct one-word substitute is “Invigilator” — a person who watches over students during an examination (परीक्षा में निगरानी रखने वाला व्यक्ति, निरीक्षक).
   ❌ Why the other options are incorrect:
   • Teacher – someone who teaches subjects; not necessarily supervising exams (शिक्षक) ❌
   • Inspector – someone who examines or investigates officially; more general (निरीक्षक) ❌
   • Examinee – the student who is taking the exam, not supervising it (परीक्षार्थी) ❌
   ✅ Therefore, the correct one-word substitute is

5. SSC Selection Post Ph-11 2023 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   The supervisor in the examination hall.

   ATeacherBPrincipalCInvigilatorDMonitor
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Invigilator

   The correct option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words is: Invigilator
   Invigilator: A person who supervises students during an examination to ensure that the rules are followed and that there is no cheating.
   Teacher: A person who instructs or educates others, typically in a school or educational institution.

Examples

• “The invigilator walked around the exam hall.”

invigilator – questions

What is the meaning of invigilator in Hindi?

invigilator means “परीक्षक/निरीक्षक” in Hindi. In English: A person who supervises students during an exam

What are the synonyms of invigilator?

Synonyms of invigilator: examiner, proctor, supervisor.

Has invigilator been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – invigilator has been asked 7 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025, SSC Selection Post Ph-11 2023, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-10 2022 GL, SSC CGL 2021 T-1, SSC GD 2021 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-1.

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