Choose the one word for the given expression.
A leader who wins people’s support by stirring up their feelings and prejudices rather than by reasoned argument
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Demagogue
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Diplomat | an official who represents his country in talks with other countries (works through calm discussion, not by stirring up feelings) | The Indian diplomat met the foreign minister in Tokyo. |
| (2) Dictator | a ruler who has total power and often rules by force (controls people, does not need to win their support) | The dictator banned all newspapers that criticised him. |
| (3) Statesman | a wise and respected political leader (leads with good sense and fairness, not by playing on prejudices) | Sardar Patel is honoured as a great statesman. |
| (4) Demagogue (answer) | a leader who wins support by stirring up people’s feelings and prejudices, not by reason | The demagogue made angry speeches to turn one group against another. |