Inquisition Meaning in Hindi

What is the translation of word Inquisition in Hindi?

Meaning of  Inquisition in Hindi is : न्यायिक जांच

Definition of word Inquisition

  • a period of prolonged and intensive questioning or investigation.
  • an ecclesiastical tribunal established by Pope Gregory IX circa 1232 for the suppression of heresy. It was active chiefly in northern Italy and southern France, becoming notorious for the use of torture. In 1542 the papal Inquisition was re-established to combat Protestantism, eventually becoming an organ of papal government.

Other Meanings of Inquisition

Example Sentences

she relented in her determined inquisition and offered help