stir up a hornet's nest
Asked in: SSC Steno 2022 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2019 T-1
stir up a hornet's nest in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC Steno 2022 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom used in the given sentence.
The new production targets have stirred up a hornet's nest.Answer & explanation
Answer: D) To raise controversy
Answer: To raise controversy
Explanation:
• The idiom “stirred up a hornet's nest” means to cause trouble or provoke anger and controversy (विवाद या झगड़ा पैदा करना).
• It fits the sentence about new production targets causing problems.
Other options:
• To confess without reserve – ❌ unrelated
• To preserve one’s energy – ❌ unrelated
• To gain prominence – ❌ unrelated
✅ So, the correct meaning is to raise controversy.
stir up a hornet's nest – questions
Has stir up a hornet's nest been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – stir up a hornet's nest has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2022 T-1, SSC CHSL 2019 T-1.