Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A woman having more than one husband at the same time

This question was previously asked in
SSC CPO 2024 Official Paper-I (Held On: 27 Jun, 2024 Shift 1)
View all SSC CPO Papers >
  1. Endogamy
  2. Polymathy
  3. Polyandry
  4. Monogamy

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 3 : Polyandry
Free
SSC CPO : General Intelligence & Reasoning Sectional Test 1
11.9 K Users
50 Questions 50 Marks 35 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF

The correct answer is Option 3)

Key Points

  • The word "Polyandry" means a woman having more than one husband at the same time. (बहुपति प्रथा)
    • Example: Polyandry is practiced in some cultures around the world, though it is quite rare.
  • "Polyandry" refers to the specific marital arrangement where one woman has multiple husbands. (बहुपति प्रथा)
    • Example: In certain regions of the Himalayas, polyandry is practiced to keep family land holdings intact.

Hence, we can infer that the correct one-word substitute for 'a woman having more than one husband at the same time' is 'Polyandry'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

  • Endogamy (सगोत्र विवाह): The custom of marrying within one's own social group.
    • Example: Endogamy is still practiced in many traditional societies to maintain cultural integrity.
  • Polymathy (बहुश्रुतता): Knowledgeable in many different fields.
    • Example: Leonardo da Vinci was known for his polymathy, excelling in art, science, and engineering.
  • Monogamy (एकपत्नीवाद): The practice of marrying or being in a relationship with one person at a time.
    • Example: Monogamy is the most commonly practiced marital system in the world today.

 

Latest SSC CPO Updates

Last updated on Jun 17, 2025

-> The SSC has now postponed the SSC CPO Recruitment 2025 on 16th June 2025. As per the notice, the detailed notification will be released in due course.  

-> The Application Dates will be rescheduled in the notification. 

-> The selection process for SSC CPO includes a Tier 1, Physical Standard Test (PST)/ Physical Endurance Test (PET), Tier 2, and Medical Test.

-> The salary of the candidates who will get successful selection for the CPO post will be from ₹35,400 to ₹112,400.     

-> Prepare well for the exam by solving SSC CPO Previous Year Papers. Also, attempt the SSC CPO Mock Tests

-> Attempt SSC CPO Free English Mock Tests Here!

Get Free Access Now
Hot Links: teen patti mastar teen patti 3a teen patti wealth teen patti gold