SSC Stenographer 2026 PYQ — Question 113

SSC Stenographer - 11 Sep 2026 - Shift 2 • English • Q113

What is the meaning of the phrase "Elephantine task"?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer: A huge difficult task
Explanation:
• The word elephantine means enormous, massive, or resembling an elephant in immense size or weight.
• Hence, an elephantine task refers to a colossal, arduous job that demands tremendous effort and time.
• Example: Rebuilding the city's entire drainage network before the monsoon is an elephantine task.