pyrrhonism
Asked in: SSC CPO 2025 T-1
pyrrhonism in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2025 T-1 Spelling
Which of these is the correct spelling of a term meaning 'questioning everything'?
Answer & explanation
Answer: A) Pyrrhonism
Correct Answer: Option 1 — Pyrrhonism
'Pyrrhonism' is the correct spelling. It refers to the ancient Greek school of sceptical philosophy founded by Pyrrho of Elis, characterised by the suspension of judgment and questioning of all knowledge claims.
Why others are wrong:
Option 2 ( Pyrhonism ): Missing the double 'r' — misspelling.
Option 3 ( Pyrhhonism ): Has an extra 'h' — misspelling.
Option 4 ( Pirronism ): Completely incorrect spelling with wrong vowels.
pyrrhonism – questions
Has pyrrhonism been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – pyrrhonism has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2025 T-1.