States PCS: Uttar Pradesh GK Questions for UPPSC Examinations
For all Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) exams including PCS, RO/ARO, Assistant Engineer, and other major state exams.
1. Which statement is true about Kushinagar’s Parinirvana Stupa?
[A] The Parinirvana Stupa was excavated by Carlleyle in 1876, revealing a copper plate with the Nidana Sutra text.
[B] The Ramagrama stupa in Nepal is the only intact stupa containing relics of the Buddha.
[C] The reclining Buddha statue in the Parinirvana Temple is carved from a single block of red sandstone.
[D] A 3-meter tall seated Buddha statue carved from blue stone represents the Buddha in bhumi sparsh mudra.
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Correct Answer: A [The Parinirvana Stupa was excavated by Carlleyle in 1876, revealing a copper plate with the Nidana Sutra text.]
Notes:
In 1876, archaeologist Carlleyle excavated the Parinirvana Stupa at Kushinagar and discovered a copper plate bearing the Nidana Sutra text, one of the important early epigraphic evidences from the site.
2. Which event led to the construction of Sarila fortress?
[A] Conquest of Bundelkhand by Maharaja Chhatrasal
[B] Battle of Panipat
[C] Treaty of Bassein
[D] First War of Independence
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Correct Answer: A [Conquest of Bundelkhand by Maharaja Chhatrasal]
Notes:
Sarila fortress was built after Maharaja Chhatrasal conquered Bundelkhand in the 17th century.
3. Who was twice Chief Commissioner of Oudh in the 19th century?
[A] Sir Henry Lawrence
[B] John Russell Colvin
[C] Lousada Barrow
[D] Charles Canning
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Correct Answer: C [Lousada Barrow]
Notes:
Lousada Barrow served as Oudh’s Chief Commissioner twice: 1860–61 and 1871. He also commanded Volunteer Cavalry during the 1857 uprising under Major-General Havelock. His contributions were significant in colonial administration in northern India.
4. Who was the last great-grandson of Wajid Ali Shah and a renowned specialist in Awadh literature?
[A] Mirza Ghalib
[B] Kaukab Quder Sajjad Ali Meerza
[C] Munshi Premchand
[D] Allama Iqbal
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Correct Answer: B [Kaukab Quder Sajjad Ali Meerza]
Notes:
Kaukab Quder Sajjad Ali Meerza was the last great-grandson of Wajid Ali Shah and an expert in Awadh literature, taught at Aligarh Muslim University, and consulted for Satyajit Ray’s film on Awadh.
5. Which scheduled tribe in Uttar Pradesh is traditionally known as stone cutters and speaks the Patharkatt/Girihara language?
[A] Bhuiya
[B] Patharkatt
[C] Tharu
[D] Kol
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Correct Answer: B [Patharkatt]
Notes:
Patharkatt, found in Awadh region of UP, are stone cutters speaking Patharkatt/Girihara language and Bhojpuri externally.
6. Which city in Uttar Pradesh is renowned for its classic variety of Peda?
[A] Mathura
[B] Varanasi
[C] Agra
[D] Lucknow
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Correct Answer: A [Mathura]
Notes:
Mathura Peda, made from khoa, sugar, and cardamom, is the classic variety famous in Uttar Pradesh.
7. What is a likely impact of the hot summer winds known as ‘loo’ in the Central and Western Plains of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Increased cases of heatstroke and crop moisture stress
[B] Enhanced rainfall and cooler temperatures
[C] Frequent hailstorms damaging crops
[D] Higher humidity levels benefitting wheat harvest
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Correct Answer: A [Increased cases of heatstroke and crop moisture stress]
Notes:
Loo winds are hot and dry, leading to heatstroke risk for humans and moisture loss in crops, affecting health and agriculture.
8. Which of the following lakes is located near a site renowned for hosting a major fair during the Kartik month?
[A] Manasi Ganga
[B] Barua Sagar
[C] Radhakund
[D] Ramgarh Tal
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Correct Answer: C [Radhakund]
Notes:
Radhakund, in Uttar Pradesh, is famous for its grand Kartik fair, especially among devotees of Lord Krishna.
9. Which scheme in Uttar Pradesh includes activities such as tree cloning, establishment of seed laboratories, and propagation nurseries?
[A] Green UP Scheme
[B] Tree Promotion Scheme
[C] Agroforestry Tech Mission
[D] Urban Plantation Drive
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Correct Answer: B [Tree Promotion Scheme]
Notes:
Tree Promotion Scheme in Uttar Pradesh supports tree cloning, seed labs, and propagation nurseries to provide high-quality planting materials for large-scale afforestation and improved genetic stock. This enhances tree coverage, environmental sustainability, and rural livelihoods in the state.
10. On which date is ‘Uttar Pradesh Day’ celebrated every year?
[A] 25th January
[B] 24th January
[C] 26th January
[D] 23rd January
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Correct Answer: B [24th January]
Notes:
24th January is celebrated as Uttar Pradesh Day, also known as UP Diwas, marking the foundation day of the state. On 24 January 1950, the United Provinces was officially renamed Uttar Pradesh. The observance of Uttar Pradesh Day was proposed by the 24th governor, Ram Naik, and was officially adopted by the state government in May 2017. The state celebrates its culture, achievements, and progress on this day with various events and ceremonies across Uttar Pradesh.
