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समर्थन करना

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समर्थन करना

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Practice it Examples Notes & Tips समर्थन करना in 30 Seconds

Explanation समर्थन करना in your Level:

At the A1 level, you can think of 'समर्थन करना' as a way to say 'I am with you' or 'I agree.' Even though it's a bit long, it's very useful. You might use it in simple sentences like 'मैं आपका समर्थन करता हूँ' (I support you). At this stage, just focus on the fact that it means 'to support' and always needs 'ka' before it. Imagine you are at a game and you support a team; you can use this word. It is a formal way to show you are on someone's side. Practice saying it slowly: Sa-mar-than Kar-na. It is a compound verb, which means it is made of two words but acts as one action. In A1, you mostly use it in the present tense to express your current feelings or choices.

At the A2 level, you start using 'समर्थन करना' in more varied contexts, like talking about your opinions on hobbies, school rules, or family decisions. You should be able to use it in the past tense ('उसने मेरा समर्थन किया' - He supported me) and the future tense ('वे हमारा समर्थन करेंगे' - They will support us). You are learning that this word is more about 'agreement' than just 'physical help.' If your friend wants to start a new club and you think it's a good idea, you 'support' (samarthan karte hain) that idea. You should also notice that 'samarthan' is a masculine noun, so we always use 'ka' (or 'ke' for plural/respect) even if the person we support is a woman. For example, 'मैं सीमा का समर्थन करता हूँ' (I support Seema).

By B1, you can use 'समर्थन करना' to discuss social issues, news, and work-related topics. You understand the nuance between 'samarthan' (ideological support) and 'madad' (practical help). You can use it in complex sentences with conjunctions like 'क्योंकि' (because) or 'इसलिए' (therefore). For example: 'मैं इस कानून का समर्थन करता हूँ क्योंकि यह गरीबों के लिए अच्छा है' (I support this law because it is good for the poor). You also begin to see it in the passive voice in newspapers: 'इस प्रस्ताव का समर्थन किया गया' (This proposal was supported). You are comfortable with the genitive construction and rarely forget the 'ka/ke/ki' link. You can also use it to mean 'to endorse' a product or a candidate in an election.

At the B2 level, you use 'समर्थन करना' with precision in debates and formal writing. You can distinguish it from synonyms like 'pushti karna' (to confirm) or 'paksh lena' (to take a side). You understand that 'samarthan' implies a degree of public or formal backing. You might use it in conditional sentences: 'यदि आप मेरा समर्थन करेंगे, तो हम जीत सकते हैं' (If you support me, then we can win). You also recognize related forms like 'समर्थक' (supporter). Your vocabulary includes collocations like 'पूर्ण समर्थन' (full support) or 'नैतिक समर्थन' (moral support). You can explain why you support a particular policy or scientific theory using sophisticated arguments and this verb as a central anchor for your position.

At the C1 level, 'समर्थन करना' becomes a tool for nuanced expression in academic or professional discourse. You use it to describe how data 'supports' a hypothesis or how a historical context 'supports' a particular interpretation. You are aware of its Sanskrit roots and how it functions in high-register Hindi (Shuddh Hindi). You can use it in complex grammatical structures, such as participial phrases or as a gerund. You understand the subtle political implications of 'samarthan wapas lena' (withdrawing support) and how it can trigger the fall of a government. Your usage is indistinguishable from a native speaker, and you can use it to express subtle degrees of endorsement, from 'kadi samarthan' (strong support) to 'maun samarthan' (silent support).

At the C2 level, you have a complete mastery of 'समर्थन करना' and its place in the vast landscape of Hindi literature and political philosophy. You can analyze how the word is used in classical texts or modern political manifestos to construct authority. You understand its role in legal language, where 'samarthan' might refer to the corroboration of evidence. You can use the word metaphorically or in highly abstract discussions about philosophy or ethics. You are also familiar with idiomatic expressions and can play with the word's meaning in creative writing. You can navigate the most complex sociolinguistic environments, knowing exactly when 'samarthan' is the appropriate word versus more colloquial or even more archaic alternatives.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

समर्थन करना in 30 Seconds

Samarthan karna means 'to support' or 'to endorse' in Hindi, used for ideas, people, and political causes.
It is a compound verb requiring the postposition 'ka' (का) to connect with the object being supported.
Unlike 'madad karna' (physical help), 'samarthan karna' implies agreement and moral or formal backing.
It is a versatile word found in everyday conversation, news reports, and formal academic or legal writing.

The Hindi verb समर्थन करना (Samarthan Karnā) is a compound verb that translates most directly to 'to support,' 'to endorse,' or 'to back.' In a linguistic sense, it combines the noun 'समर्थन' (support/backing) with the auxiliary verb 'करना' (to do). At its core, this term implies providing the necessary strength, approval, or validation to a person, an idea, a cause, or a statement. Unlike simple physical help (which might be 'मदद करना'), samarthan karnā often carries a weight of formal or moral backing. It is the act of standing behind something to ensure its success or to validate its existence.

Etymological Root: Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Samarth' (समर्थ), meaning capable or powerful, the term literally suggests 'making something capable' or 'empowering' it through one's agreement.

मैं आपके निर्णय का पूरी तरह से समर्थन करता हूँ। (I fully support your decision.)

In political contexts, this word is ubiquitous. When a political party 'supports' a coalition, they are doing samarthan. In a social context, if you agree with a friend's difficult choice, you are offering them samarthan. It is a versatile word that bridges the gap between emotional encouragement and formal institutional endorsement. It suggests a level of commitment; when you support someone, you are essentially saying that their cause is now partly your cause as well.

Nuance of Approval: It is not just about helping; it is about agreeing. You might help an enemy in trouble (madad), but you would rarely support their ideology (samarthan).

जनता ने नए कानून का समर्थन किया। (The public supported the new law.)

Using समर्थन करना correctly requires understanding its relationship with the object. In Hindi grammar, this is a transitive verb phrase. The most important rule is the use of the genitive marker का (kā), की (kī), or के (ke). You do not support 'something'; you do the 'support OF something'.

Grammar Pattern: [Subject] + [Object] + [का/की/के] + समर्थन करना

For example, if you want to say 'I support him,' you say 'मैं उसका (उस + का) समर्थन करता हूँ।' If you are supporting a feminine noun like 'नीति' (policy), it remains 'नीति का समर्थन' because 'समर्थन' itself is a masculine noun. The 'का' agrees with 'समर्थन', not the object being supported.

क्या आप मेरी बात का समर्थन करेंगे? (Will you support what I am saying?)

In terms of tense, 'करना' changes like any other verb. Past: किया (did), Present: करता है (does), Future: करेगा (will do). It can also be used in the passive voice: 'समर्थन किया गया' (was supported). This is common in news reporting where the agent might be a large group or anonymous.

You will encounter समर्थन करना in various spheres of Indian life, from the high-decibel debates on news channels to quiet family discussions. Its usage is a hallmark of formal and semi-formal Hindi.

1. Political News: This is perhaps the most common context. 'विपक्ष ने बिल का समर्थन नहीं किया' (The opposition did not support the bill). It describes alliances and voting patterns.

गठबंधन सरकार को कई छोटे दलों का समर्थन प्राप्त है। (The coalition government has the support of many small parties.)

2. Academic and Professional Settings: In a meeting, if you agree with a colleague's proposal, you might say, 'मैं आपके विचार का समर्थन करता हूँ।' It sounds more professional and decisive than simply saying 'I like it.'

3. Social Justice and Activism: When people march for a cause, they are 'समर्थन कर रहे हैं' for that cause. It implies a public declaration of solidarity.

Even advanced learners sometimes stumble with the specific requirements of this verb. Here are the most frequent errors to avoid:

Mistake 1: Omitting the 'का' (kā): Incorrect: मैं आपको समर्थन करता हूँ। (I support you.)
Correct: मैं आपका समर्थन करता हूँ। (I do the support OF you.)

Because 'समर्थन' is a noun being used in a verb phrase, the object must be linked via a possessive marker. This is a fundamental rule for most 'Noun + Karna' compound verbs.

गलत: वह मेरी योजना समर्थन करता है।
सही: वह मेरी योजना का समर्थन करता है।

Mistake 2: Confusing 'समर्थन' with 'मदद' (Madad). While both involve helping, 'madad' is physical or resource-based help (giving money, lifting a box). 'Samarthan' is ideological or moral help (voting, agreeing, endorsing).

Hindi has several words that overlap with 'support'. Understanding the distinctions is key to achieving fluency.

1. सहायता करना (Sahāyatā Karnā): This is a formal word for 'to help' or 'to assist'. It is more general than 'samarthan' and focuses on the act of assisting rather than the act of agreeing.
2. पक्ष लेना (Pakṣ Lenā): Literally 'to take a side'. This is often used in arguments or conflicts. It can sometimes have a negative connotation of being biased.
3. पुष्टि करना (Puṣṭi Karnā): To confirm or corroborate. If a witness 'supports' a story, they are doing 'puṣṭi'.

तुलना:
1. मैंने उसकी मदद की (I helped him carry bags).
2. मैंने उसके विचार का समर्थन किया (I agreed with his idea).

How Formal Is It?

Difficulty Rating

Grammar to Know

Compound Verbs with 'Karna'

Genitive Case Markers

Subject-Verb Agreement in Hindi

Transitive vs Intransitive Verbs

Use of 'Ne' in Past Tense

Examples by Level

मैं आपका समर्थन करता हूँ।

I support you.

Present simple tense with 'ka' postposition.

क्या आप मेरा समर्थन करेंगे?

Will you support me?

Future tense question.

वह मेरा समर्थन करती है।

She supports me.

Feminine subject, masculine object 'samarthan'.

हम इस खेल का समर्थन करते हैं।

We support this game.

Plural subject.

मेरे पिता मेरा समर्थन करते हैं।

My father supports me.

Respectful plural verb form.

सब लोग उसका समर्थन करते हैं।

Everyone supports him.

Usage of 'sab log' (everyone).

मैं इस विचार का समर्थन करता हूँ।

I support this idea.

Supporting an abstract noun.

क्या तुम मेरा समर्थन करते हो?

Do you support me?

Informal 'tum' usage.

कल उन्होंने मेरा समर्थन किया।

Yesterday they supported me.

Past tense 'kiya'.

हमें एक-दूसरे का समर्थन करना चाहिए।

We should support each other.

Use of 'chahiye' (should).

मेरी माँ ने मेरे फैसले का समर्थन किया।

My mother supported my decision.

Past tense with 'ne' block.

क्या आप इस नई योजना का समर्थन करते हैं?

Do you support this new plan?

Formal 'aap' usage.

उसने कभी मेरा समर्थन नहीं किया।

He never supported me.

Negative sentence with 'kabhi nahi'.

पूरे गाँव ने उसका समर्थन किया।

The whole village supported him.

Subject is a collective noun.

मैं आपकी टीम का समर्थन करूँगा।

I will support your team.

Future tense.

शिक्षक ने छात्र का समर्थन किया।

The teacher supported the student.

Formal relationship.

जनता इस बदलाव का समर्थन कर रही है।

The public is supporting this change.

Present continuous tense.

यदि आप सच बोलेंगे, तो मैं आपका समर्थन करूँगा।

If you tell the truth, I will support you.

Conditional sentence.

विपक्ष ने सरकार के प्रस्ताव का समर्थन किया।

The opposition supported the government's proposal.

Political context.

हमें पर्यावरण की रक्षा का समर्थन करना होगा।

We will have to support the protection of the environment.

Use of 'hoga' for obligation.

उसने बिना किसी स्वार्थ के मेरा समर्थन किया।

He supported me without any selfishness.

Adverbial phrase 'bina kisi swarth ke'.

क्या आप इस उम्मीदवार का समर्थन करने के लिए तैयार हैं?

Are you ready to support this candidate?

Infinitive form 'karne ke liye'.

कई वैज्ञानिकों ने इस सिद्धांत का समर्थन किया है।

Many scientists have supported this theory.

Present perfect tense.

मैं आपकी बातों का पूरी तरह से समर्थन करता हूँ।

I fully support what you are saying.

Use of 'puri tarah se' (completely).

इस नीति का समर्थन करना हमारे हित में है।

Supporting this policy is in our interest.

Gerundial use of the verb phrase.

पार्टी ने अपने नेता का समर्थन करने का निर्णय लिया।

The party decided to support its leader.

Compound sentence with 'nirnay liya'.

वैज्ञानिक प्रमाण इस दावे का समर्थन नहीं करते।

Scientific evidence does not support this claim.

Abstract subject 'praman'.

उसने कठिन समय में मेरा नैतिक समर्थन किया।

He gave me moral support during difficult times.

Collocation 'naitik samarthan'.

बहुमत ने नए कानून का समर्थन किया।

The majority supported the new law.

Usage of 'bahumat' (majority).

क्या आप इस आंदोलन का समर्थन करने का साहस रखते हैं?

Do you have the courage to support this movement?

Complex verb structure.

लेखक ने अपनी पुस्तक में इस विचार का समर्थन किया है।

The author has supported this idea in his book.

Literary context.

बिना जन समर्थन के कोई भी क्रांति सफल नहीं हो सकती।

No revolution can be successful without public support.

Noun form 'jan samarthan'.

आंकड़े इस परिकल्पना का पुरजोर समर्थन करते हैं।

The data strongly supports this hypothesis.

High-register adverb 'purjor' (strongly).

संविधान के सिद्धांतों का समर्थन करना हर नागरिक का कर्तव्य है।

It is the duty of every citizen to support the principles of the constitution.

Formal civic language.

उन्होंने अंतरराष्ट्रीय मंच पर भारत के रुख का समर्थन किया।

They supported India's stance on the international stage.

Diplomatic context.

इस शोध पत्र का समर्थन करने के लिए पर्याप्त साक्ष्य मौजूद हैं।

There is sufficient evidence to support this research paper.

Academic terminology.

दार्शनिकों ने सदियों से इस तर्क का समर्थन किया है।

Philosophers have supported this argument for centuries.

Historical/Philosophical context.

मीडिया ने इस सामाजिक सुधार का व्यापक समर्थन किया।

The media widely supported this social reform.

Usage of 'vyapak' (wide/extensive).

उनके भाषण ने शांति प्रक्रिया का समर्थन करने की आवश्यकता पर बल दिया।

His speech emphasized the need to support the peace process.

Complex clausal structure.

बिना शर्त समर्थन करना हमेशा सही नहीं होता।

Supporting unconditionally is not always right.

Collocation 'bina shart' (unconditional).

उनकी विचारधारा का समर्थन करना आत्मघाती सिद्ध हो सकता है।

Supporting their ideology could prove to be suicidal.

Philosophical/Political warning.

न्यायालय ने निचली अदालत के फैसले का समर्थन किया।

The court upheld (supported) the lower court's decision.

Legal terminology.

वैश्विक समुदाय को इस मानवीय पहल का समर्थन करना चाहिए।

The global community should support this humanitarian initiative.

International relations register.

इतिहास गवाह है कि सत्य का समर्थन करने वाले अंततः विजयी होते हैं।

History is witness that those who support the truth are ultimately victorious.

Literary/Epic style.

उन्होंने अपनी पूरी राजनीतिक पूंजी इस बिल का समर्थन करने में लगा दी।

He spent all his political capital in supporting this bill.

Metaphorical usage.

किसी भी सिद्धांत का अंधा समर्थन करना बौद्धिक दासता है।

Blindly supporting any theory is intellectual slavery.

Critical philosophical statement.

प्रकृति के नियमों का समर्थन करना ही सतत विकास की कुंजी है।

Supporting the laws of nature is the key to sustainable development.

Environmental discourse.

साहित्यिक आलोचना अक्सर स्थापित परंपराओं का समर्थन करती है।

Literary criticism often supports established traditions.

Academic/Literary register.

Synonyms

साथ देना पक्ष लेना पुष्टि करना अनुमोदन करना हिमायत करना सहयोग देना मदद करना बढ़ावा देना

Antonyms

विरोध करना खिलाफ होना अस्वीकार करना खंडन करना

Common Collocations

पूर्ण समर्थन (Full support)

नैतिक समर्थन (Moral support)

राजनीतिक समर्थन (Political support)

बिना शर्त समर्थन (Unconditional support)

भारी समर्थन (Massive support)

खुला समर्थन (Open support)

मजबूत समर्थन (Strong support)

जन समर्थन (Public support)

सरकारी समर्थन (Government support)

वैचारिक समर्थन (Ideological support)

Common Phrases

समर्थन जुटाना (To gather support)

समर्थन वापस लेना (To withdraw support)

समर्थन में बोलना (To speak in support of)

समर्थन की घोषणा करना (To announce support)

समर्थन मांगना (To ask for support)

समर्थन देना (To give support)

समर्थन प्राप्त करना (To receive support)

समर्थन का अभाव (Lack of support)

समर्थन की लहर (Wave of support)

समर्थन का आश्वासन (Assurance of support)

Often Confused With

समर्थन करना vs मदद करना

Physical help vs. ideological support.

समर्थन करना vs समर्पण करना

To surrender vs. to support.

समर्थन करना vs स्वीकार करना

To accept vs. to support/endorse.

Idioms & Expressions

"कंधे से कंधा मिलाकर समर्थन करना (To support shoulder to shoulder)"

"आंख मूंदकर समर्थन करना (To support blindly)"

"चट्टान की तरह समर्थन करना (To support like a rock)"

"पीठ थपथपाकर समर्थन करना (To support by patting the back/encouraging)"

"आग में घी डालना (Not directly support, but related to taking sides in a conflict)"

"एक ही नाव में सवार होना (To be in the same boat/supporting the same cause)"

"हाथ मजबूत करना (To strengthen someone's hands/support them)"

"झंडा बुलंद करना (To raise the flag/support a cause)"

"सुर में सुर मिलाना (To chime in/support someone's voice)"

"लोहा मानना (To acknowledge/support someone's strength)"

Easily Confused

समर्थन करना vs

Sentence Patterns

How to Use It

formality

High. Use in professional or serious contexts.

gender agreement

The verb 'karna' agrees with the subject, but the link 'ka' always agrees with the masculine noun 'samarthan'.

Common Mistakes

Tips

The 'Ka' Rule

Always use 'ka' before 'samarthan karna'. It's the most common mistake for learners.

Supporter

Learn 'samarthak' alongside this verb to expand your range.

Political News

Watch Hindi news to hear this word used in its most natural political environment.

Formal Meetings

Use this phrase in meetings to sound more professional and articulate.

Support vs Help

Remember: Samarthan is for ideas, Madad is for actions.

Essays

Use 'purjor samarthan' to show strong conviction in your writing.

Clear Enunciation

Make sure to pronounce the 'th' in 'samarthan' as an aspirated 't'.

Debates

Listen for how debaters use this word to build their arguments.

Loyalty

Understand that 'samarthan' often implies a sense of loyalty in Indian culture.

Association

Associate 'Samarthan' with 'Smart' - a smart person supports good ideas.

Memorize It

Word Origin

Sanskrit

Cultural Context

Used to show politeness and agreement in formal gatherings.

Crucial for understanding Indian parliamentary democracy.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Conversation Starters

"क्या आप मेरी योजना का समर्थन करते हैं?"

"आप किस राजनीतिक दल का समर्थन करते हैं?"

"क्या हमें इस नए नियम का समर्थन करना चाहिए?"

"आपके परिवार में आपका सबसे ज्यादा समर्थन कौन करता है?"

"क्या जनता इस बदलाव का समर्थन करेगी?"

Journal Prompts

एक ऐसे समय के बारे में लिखें जब आपने किसी का समर्थन किया हो।

क्या आपको लगता है कि बिना सोचे-समझे किसी का समर्थन करना सही है?

आप समाज में किस तरह के बदलावों का समर्थन करना चाहते हैं?

जब कोई आपका समर्थन नहीं करता, तो आपको कैसा महसूस होता है?

राजनीति में 'समर्थन' का क्या महत्व है?

Frequently Asked Questions

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No, 'samarthan' is a masculine noun and stays the same regardless of the gender of the person supporting or being supported.

It is grammatically better to say 'Main tumhara samarthan karta hoon' (using the genitive).

'Samarthan' is endorsement/backing, while 'sahyog' is active cooperation or working together.

Yes, you can say 'Main India team ka samarthan karta hoon'.

Yes, it is more formal than 'saath dena'.

The word for supporter is 'samarthak' (समर्थक).

Yes, you can support an idea, a bill, or a theory.

It is 'naitik samarthan' (नैतिक समर्थन).

Yes, especially when discussing opinions or family matters.

Yes, the Supreme Court 'samarthan' (upholds) a judgment.