The Hindu Editorial (Heartland murmurs) – Oct 02, 2024

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The Hindu Editorial (Heartland murmurs) – Oct 02, 2024:

heartland (noun) – the most important part of a field of activity; the central part of something.
murmur (noun) – expression of one’s dissatisfaction in a soft manner; complaint, moan, an act of speaking softly, whisper, grumble.
murmur (verb) – express dissatisfaction in a soft manner; complain, moan, speak softly, whisper.
(Legislative) Assembly (noun) – Assembly/Vidhan Sabha; a legislative body in the states and union territories of India.
throw up (phrasal verb) – produce something.
realignment (noun) – readjustment, reorganization, rearrangement, renewal, reparation.
incumbent (adjective) – current, existing, present (holder, bearer or occupant of an office).
strident (adjective) – harsh &loud, vocal, aggressive, vociferous, forceful, high-pitched.
campaign (noun) – canvassing, electioneering, an act of soliciting (asking for/requesting) votes; an organized effort that seeks to influence the decision-making progress within a specific group.
bipolar (adjective) – having two extremities.
on the surface (phrase) – seemingly to all external appearances.
formation (noun) – organization, alignment, disposition, arrangement.
mobilisation (noun) – the act of bringing forces/people/resources together for a particular cause.
alliance (noun) – coalition, association, union, bloc, partnership.
fray (noun) – contest, competition.
negotiations (noun) – talks, dialogue, discussion, deliberation, consultation.
field (verb) – nominate, propose, put up (a candidate) to stand in an election.
track record (noun) – (previous) performance, accomplishments, achievements.
consolidate (verb) – bring together, join, unite, combine, cluster, unify, bring under one roof; fortify, reinforce, strengthen, secure.
commitment (noun) – dedication, devotion, allegiance, faithfulness, fidelity, loyalty.
empower (verb) – make stronger, make more confident, emancipate; entitle, authorize.
share (noun) – portion.
make up (phrasal verb) – constitute, comprise, form, compose, represent.
influence (verb) – have an effect on, affect, determine, decide, change/alter.
bloc (noun) – group, party, camp, faction; alliance, association, union.
sustain (verb) – continue, carry on, keep up, maintain, bolster up.
offensive (adjective) – aggressive, attacking, combative, belligerent.
posture (noun) – stance, standpoint, point of view, position, stand, approach, perspective.
factionalism (noun) – it refers to conflict and infighting between small groups (factions) within a larger one, especially in politics.
derail (verb) – obstruct, impede, hinder, hamper, block, interrupt, thwart, stop, restrict.
constitution (noun) – body of law; system of rules; regulations, fundamental principles, charter.
The Constitution of India (noun) – India, also known as Bharat, is a Union of States. It is a Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic with a parliamentary system of government. The Republic is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 26th November, 1949 and came into force on 26th January, 1950.
Agnipath (noun) – the Agnipath scheme is for recruitment of soldiers in the three branches of the armed forces, on a short-term basis. Under the scheme, youth between 17.5 to 21 years of age will be enrolled on an ‘All-India All-Class’ basis as soldiers for four years. These recruits, who will be known as ‘Agniveers’, will form a distinct rank bearing a distinct insignia (badge/ emblem) in the respective forces. They will not be eligible for any pensionary benefit under the scheme.
induct (verb) – appoint to, admit to, allow into, allow into, introduce.
competing (adjective) – conflicting, disputing, opposed.
claim (noun) – demand.
consecutive (adjective) – successive, in a row, continuous, back-to-back.
largely (adverb) – mostly, mainly, generally.
due to (phrase) – because of, owing to, on account of, as a result of.
social engineering (noun) – the act of tricking someone into divulging (revealing sensitive (or) personal) information or taking action usually through technology. It is to take advantage of a potential victim’s natural tendencies and emotional reactions.
mobilise (verb) – (of people) bring together for a particular cause.
count (noun) – a point for discussion; a point for consideration.
cut someone some slack (phrase) – to allow someone more freedom than usual (or) to be less harsh on/critical of/strict with someone (particularly when they are in a difficult situation and showing low performance/conduct)”.
in the eyes of (phrase) – in the view of; in the opinion of.
relatively (adverb) – comparatively, somewhat, reasonably, in a certain degree, more or less.
formidable (adjective) – strong, mighty, powerful, impressive.
outcome (noun) – end result, consequence, aftermath, effect, development.
undermine (verb) – weaken, spoil, damage.
prospects (noun) – chances, possibilities, expectations, outlook, future.
intrigue (verb) – (secret) planning, scheme; mysterious or fascinating quality.