From among the words given , select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following sentence.
Tibet was ruled by a theocracy of Buddhist monks under nominal suzeranity of China.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The incorrectly spelled word is:
suzeranity
The correct spelling is "suzerainty." Suzerainty refers to a situation where one state has political control or influence over another state that is formally independent.
The other options are spelled correctly:
- Nominal: Means existing in name only or being minimal in amount.
- Buddhist: Relates to Buddhism, a religion and philosophy.
- Theocracy: Describes a system of government where religious leaders hold political power.