red herring meaning in Hindi

red herring in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined part of the given sentence.
   Mr. Sengupta’s complaint to the higher authority was only a red herring.
   (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (10-July Shift 3))

   Afortunate evidenceBclever bluffCdiscouraging actDcandid confession
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) clever bluff

   Correct Answer: clever bluff
   Explanation:
   The idiom "red herring" means a deliberate distraction or something that misleads or diverts attention from the real issue.
   Let’s evaluate the options:
   • fortunate evidence – Incorrect; unrelated meaning.
   • clever bluff – ✅ Correct; a deceptive or misleading act, synonymous with "red herring."
   • discouraging act – Incorrect; doesn’t capture the meaning of misdirection.
   • candid confession – Incorrect; means an honest admission, opposite in meaning.
   So, the appropriate substitute for "red herring" is "clever bluff."

2. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Idioms & Phrases

   Fill in the blank with the most appropriate idiom:
   "The CEO resigned, citing personal reasons, but insiders knew it was just a _____."

   Acan of wormsBslip of the tongueCred herringDfeather in the cap
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) red herring

   Correct Answer: Option 3 — "red herring"
   'The CEO resigned, citing personal reasons, but insiders knew it was just a RED HERRING.' ✓
   'Red herring' = idiom for something that misleads or distracts from the real issue; a false clue; a misleading piece of information or reasoning intended to distract attention from the real reason. ✓
   Context: The CEO gave 'personal reasons' as the cause of resignation, but insiders knew this was a RED HERRING — a distraction from the real reason for leaving. ✓
   Origin: Derived from the practice of dragging a smoked herring across a trail to mislead hunting dogs — a false scent leading away from the real quarry. ✓
   Why other options are wrong:
   Option 1 'Can of wor

Examples

• “The witness's statement turned out to be a red herring in the investigation.”

red herring – questions

What is the meaning of red herring in Hindi?

red herring means “ध्यान भटकाने वाली बात” in Hindi. In English: Something that misleads or distracts from the real issue

What are the synonyms of red herring?

Synonyms of red herring: distraction, decoy, diversion, false lead.

What is the opposite of red herring?

Antonyms of red herring: relevant clue, main point.

Has red herring been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – red herring has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC CHSL 2024 T-1.

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