noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective
lack of policy; planlessness; having no measures
Describes a situation or person without a clear plan, strategy, or countermeasure. Often used critically in political, business, or organizational contexts.
The government's lack of policy is being criticized.
We must not leave the problem unattended without any measures.
The government had no measures against the rising prices.
Time just passed by while nothing was done about it.
The opposition party criticized the government's lack of policy.
無策 is broader and often applies to policy, strategy, or institutional failure, whereas 無計画 emphasizes a simple lack of planning for a concrete task.
Compound of 無 (mu, 'without') and 策 (saku, 'plan, policy'). The kanji combination directly conveys the meaning of having no strategy or measures.