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English · Q494

One Word Substitution

Competitive Exams · English · question 494

Q494

Open rebellion of soldiers and sailors against lawful authority

A.
Revolt
B.
Revolution
C.
Mutiny
Answer
D.
Anarchy

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
One word substitute is Mutiny.

Revolt: take violent action against an established government or ruler; rebel.
Revolution: a forcible overthrow of a government or social order, in favour of a new system.
Mutiny: an open rebellion against the proper authorities, especially by soldiers or sailors against their officers.
Anarchy: a state of disorder due to absence or non-recognition of authority or other controlling systems.