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Apex

noun / adjective / AY-peks / Easy
Meaning

The highest point, peak, or summit; the most powerful or authoritative level of an institution or hierarchy

Origin / Etymology

Latin apex, summit, peak, tip

Synonyms
Pinnacle Summit Zenith
Antonyms
Base Nadir Foundation
Example Sentence
"The VBSA Bill proposes creating an apex regulatory body for higher education by consolidating UGC, AICTE, and NCTE into a single entity."
🎯 UPSC Usage

Commonly used in UPSC context as 'apex court' (Supreme Court), 'apex body' (highest regulator), 'apex institution'. Essential in governance and institutional design answers.

Relevant Subjects
Polity
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