All Categories MCQs
Topic Notes: All Categories
General Description
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
48801
What does 'Avant-garde' mean?
Answer:
New and experimental (Pioneering)
Used in arts and literature to describe innovative works.
48802
What does 'Tête-à-tête' mean?
Answer:
Private conversation (Head-to-head)
Refers to a private meeting between two people.
48803
What does 'Laissez-faire' imply?
Answer:
Policy of non-interference
Staple of Economics and Political Science exams.
48804
What is 'Faux pas'?
Answer:
A social blunder or mistake
Refers to a tactless remark or action in a social situation.
48805
What does 'Esprit de corps' mean?
Answer:
Spirit of a group / Team spirit
High frequency in Armed Forces/Police exams. It refers to morale and unity.
48806
What is a 'Cul-de-sac'?
Answer:
A street closed at one end (Dead end)
Often found in descriptive English questions.
48807
What does 'Carte Blanche' mean?
Answer:
Full freedom or authority to act
French for 'blank paper'. It means giving someone the freedom to do whatever they want.
48808
What does 'Vox Populi' mean?
Answer:
Voice of the People
Common in political science. 'Vox populi, vox Dei' (The voice of the people is the voice of God).
48809
What is 'Vis-à-vis'?
Answer:
Face to face / In relation to
Used to compare two things. E.g., 'The dollar's strength vis-à-vis the euro.'
48810
What does 'Ultra vires' mean?
Answer:
Beyond the legal power or authority
High frequency in CSS/Law exams. If an act is ultra vires, it is invalid.