Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1
penitence in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution
Which word describes self-punishment for wrongdoing or sin?
Answer & explanation
Answer: A) Penitence
Correct Answer: Option 1 — "Penitence"
"Penitence" = the action of feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentance; self-punishment or mortification as a sign of contrition for sin or wrongdoing. ✓
'Self-punishment for wrongdoing or sin' = Penitence ✓
A penitent person punishes themselves or shows remorse to atone for wrongs committed. ✓
Etymology: from Latin ' paenitentia ' = repentance, from ' paenitere ' = to cause repentance. ✓
Why other options are wrong:
Option 2 'Vindication' = the action of clearing someone of blame or suspicion; proof that someone or something is right or justified. The OPPOSITE of self-punishment — vindication means being proven innocent or c
penitence – questions
Has penitence been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – penitence has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1.