ClimateJuly 31, 2026

redressal

ri-DRESS-uhl

Definition

The act of setting something right, specifically the remedy or compensation provided for a grievance or wrong.

Etymology

The word comes from the Middle English 'redressen', derived from the Old French 'redresser', meaning to 'straighten again' or 'set right', which is composed of the prefix 're-' (again) and 'dresser' (to arrange/straighten).

In the news

In this article, the term is used in the context of 'grievance redressal,' referring to the process by which citizens can seek solutions or corrections for issues they face when interacting with government systems.

IBM partners Sarvam to strengthen India's sovereign AI ecosystem

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