What is the meaning of consensus?

• A. A general agreement
• B. A private stance not shared
• C. A sudden change in opinion
• D. A legal decision by the majority

Answer: (A)

Consensus means general agreement among a group, where most people accept a common view or decision after discussion. It emphasizes shared understanding and acceptance rather than any one person’s private stance or a quick flip in opinion. It’s not about a private position kept to oneself, nor about a sudden change in opinion. It also isn’t specifically a legal decision decided by the majority through formal processes; consensus seeks broad, collective acceptance, which can be unanimous or include a wide level of agreement. For example, the team reached consensus to move forward with the new policy, meaning most members supported it after discussion and there was no significant objection.