Ad hoc
| Literal meaning | For this purpose |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | ad HOK |
Made or done for one particular purpose and not as a permanent arrangement.
Example
A university forms an ad hoc committee to inquire into one complaint. It ends when the inquiry is over.
Statutory link
Article 127 of the Constitution of India: the Chief Justice of India may appoint ad hoc judges of the Supreme Court when a quorum of judges is not available.
Exam tip
Short-note term; remember Article 127.
Memory trick
Ad hoc = for this only.
Key takeaway
Ad hoc means made for one particular purpose.
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