Idioms-Based MCQs with Answers & Explanations
1. What does the idiom "Flexing muscles" mean?
A) Showing strength or authority to influence others
B) Engaging in physical exercise
C) Trying to avoid a confrontation
D) Negotiating a peaceful settlement
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2. The phrase "Adding fuel to the fire" means:
A) Resolving a conflict peacefully
B) Making an already bad situation worse
C) Ignoring an ongoing issue
D) Expressing anger without taking action
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3. "One-size-fits-all" refers to:
A) A single solution that works for everyone
B) A customized approach to different problems
C) The need for flexibility in policymaking
D) A failed attempt at a universal policy
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4. Which of the following best defines "Rule of law"?
A) A legal system where the powerful are exempt from laws
B) The principle that all people and institutions are subject to the law
C) A system that only applies laws to government officials
D) A structure where laws are flexible and changed based on personal preferences
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5. What does "Pragmatic approach" mean?
A) An unrealistic and idealistic way of dealing with a situation
B) A practical and realistic way to solve problems
C) A method that focuses only on theoretical principles
D) A strict and inflexible decision-making style
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6. The government is ______________ by delaying the release of funds, causing more tension between the states and the Centre
(A) Adding fuel to the fire
(B) Coming to terms with
(C) Rule of law
(D) Stakeholders
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7. The states argued that a ______________ approach is needed for education policies, as different regions have unique challenges.
(A) Rule of law
(B) Pragmatic
(C) One-size-fits-all
(D) Withhold
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8. Tamil Nadu has refused to ______________ the Centre’s decision linking NEP with funding, arguing that it violates federalism principles.
(A) Stakeholders
(B) Delink from
(C) Come to terms with
(D) Rule of law
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9. ________ means displaying power, which is the opposite of backing down.
(A) Stakeholders
(B) Pragmatic
(C) Rule of law
(D) Flexing muscles
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10. ___________ means refusing to release or provide something, which is the opposite of distributing it freely.
(A) Adding fuel to the fire
(B) Coming to terms with
C) Withholding
(D) Rule of law
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