The meaning of the word demos is-

Correct option is A

The correct synonym of the given word is (a) Public.

Given Word: Demos

·       Meaning (English): From Greek, “demos” means the people, the populace, the common public.

·       Meaning (Hindi): जनता, प्रजा, लोग

·       Example: In democracy, real power lies with the demos (the people).

Correct Answer Word: Public

·       Meaning (English): Ordinary people in general, the community as a whole.

·       Example: The public supported Gandhiji during the freedom struggle.

Synonyms: People, Masses, Citizens, Populace.

Antonyms: Ruler, Elite, Aristocracy, Authority.

Meanings of the Other Options:

·       B. Government → (शासन, प्रशासन) the system by which a state is controlled.

·       C. Law → (कानून, विधि) the system of rules recognized by a community.

·       D. Desire → (इच्छा, लालसा) a strong feeling of wanting something.