They were working hand in glove with the authorities. Identify the correct meaning of the underlined.
योग्य उत्तर: पर्याय १ (in co-operation)
वाक्प्रचार विश्लेषण (Idiomatic Expression: Hand in glove):
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Hand in glove (हातात हात घालून / अत्यंत निकट सहकार्याने): अतिशय निकट सहकार्याने किंवा गुप्त संगनमताने काम करणे (In extremely close association, collusive partnership, or intimate co-operation).
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वाक्यातील संदर्भ: *"They were working hand in glove with the authorities."* (ते अधिकाऱ्यांशी अत्यंत निकट सहकार्य ठेवून काम करत होते.)
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म्हणून योग्य अर्थ 'in co-operation' (निकट सहकार्याने) हाच आहे.
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इतर पर्यायांचे विश्लेषण:
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Within reach: आवाक्यात किंवा सहज पोहोचता येण्यासारखे.
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In control: नियंत्रणात.
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Indifferently: उदासीनपणे.
MPSC परीक्षा टीप
परीक्षेसाठी महत्त्वपूर्ण संकल्पना व शॉर्टकट
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Hand in glove with: In close collusion or co-operation with (उदा. *The smugglers were working hand in glove with corrupt officials.*).
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English Explanation / स्पष्टीकरण:
Correct Answer: Option 1 (in co-operation)
Idiom Analysis:
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Hand in glove (with someone): To be in very close association, intimate collaboration, or secret collusion with someone.
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In the sentence: *"They were working hand in glove with the authorities."*
The expression indicates that their efforts were conducted in thorough, synchronized co-operation with the authorities.
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Evaluation of Distractors:
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*within reach:* Physically or practically accessible.
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*in control:* Dominating or managing a situation.
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*indifferently:* Showing lack of interest or concern.
MPSC EXAM TIP
High-Yield Exam Strategy Tip
MPSC repeatedly tests body-related idioms:
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Hand in glove: In close co-operation / collusion.
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Hand to mouth: Having only the bare essentials to live on.
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At hand: Nearby / imminent.