What does 'discrepancies' mean in the Census enumerators editorial?

Discrepancies means differences or inconsistencies between things that should match. In Hindi: विसंगतियाँ / अंतर. The editorial discusses discrepancies identified in Census field data.

What is the meaning of 'efficacy'?

Efficacy means the ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness. In Hindi: प्रभावकारिता / प्रभावशीलता. The editorial questions the efficacy of the campaign against open defecation.

Is this editorial vocabulary useful for IBPS PO and SBI PO exams?

Yes. The vocabulary, Hindi and English meanings, and the 20-question Reading Comprehension and Vocabulary quiz are designed at IBPS PO Mains level and are useful for SBI PO, RRB PO, RBI Grade B and SSC English preparation.

What is the main concern of the Data Hygiene editorial?

It warns that some Census 2027 enumerators in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh face pressure to alter responses so the government looks better, and stresses that re-verification must improve accuracy, not be a guise for data sanitisation.