Asked in: SSC Steno 2026 T-1
malfeasance in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the word:
MALFEASANCEAnswer & explanation
Answer: C) Misconduct
Meaning: malfeasance = a wrongful or unlawful act, especially official wrongdoing by a person holding office *(पदीय कदाचार, दुराचरण)*.
Latin male = badly + facere = to do — literally "bad doing".
misconduct = improper or wrongful behaviour, especially in office *(कदाचार, अनुचित आचरण)* — the exact English equivalent, mis- (wrong) + conduct (behaviour).
Both words cover deliberate wrongdoing by a person in a position of trust.
Why the others are wrong.
• negligence = a careless failure to take proper care *(लापरवाही)* — an omission, while malfeasance is an active wrong act; negligence matches *nonfeasance*.
• fraudulence = deceit or cheating done for gain *(धोखाधड़ी)* — only one kind of malfea
malfeasance – questions
Has malfeasance been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – malfeasance has been asked in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1.