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 hospital was formerly called Thompson Hospital?
[A] King George’s Medical University Hospital
[B] Sarojini Naidu Hospital
[C] Lala Lajpat Rai Hospital
[D] Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital
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Correct Answer: B [Sarojini Naidu Hospital]
Notes:
Thompson Hospital was renamed Sarojini Naidu Hospital in 1947, honoring Sarojini Naidu, renowned poet and freedom fighter from Uttar Pradesh, popularly called the “Nightingale of India.” It is a prominent hospital in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
2. Who testified against HRA members in the Kakori conspiracy trials?
[A] Abbas Salim Khan
[B] Ahmad Ali
[C] Banwari Lal
[D] Madan Mohan Malaviya
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Correct Answer: C [Banwari Lal]
Notes:
Banwari Lal turned approver and gave crucial testimony in the Kakori conspiracy case, which led to the conviction of several Hindustan Republican Association members. His evidence played a significant role in the British prosecution’s case during the 1925 trials.
3. Who led the Varendra rebellion against Pala king Mahipala II?
[A] Mahipala II
[B] Rudok
[C] Bhima
[D] Divya
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Correct Answer: D [Divya]
Notes:
Divya, a Kaivarta leader, led the Varendra rebellion against Mahipala II and established independent rule in Bengal, significantly weakening the Pala dynasty’s power in the region during the late 11th century.
4. Charkula folk dance of Uttar Pradesh is performed to celebrate the birth of which deity?
[A] Lord Krishna
[B] Lord Rama
[C] Radha
[D] Hanuman
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Correct Answer: C [Radha]
Notes:
Charkula dance celebrates Radha’s birth and Krishna’s victory over Indra, performed in Braj region of Uttar Pradesh.
5. Who became the fourth Nawab of Awadh in 1797 with the support of the British?
[A] Saadat Ali Khan II
[B] Wazir Ali Khan
[C] Asaf-ud-Daulah
[D] Shuja-ud-Daula
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Correct Answer: B [Wazir Ali Khan]
Notes:
Wazir Ali Khan, adopted son of Asaf-ud-Daulah, ascended in 1797 with British support but was deposed within months for alleged disloyalty.
6. Who introduced the silver “Tanka” and copper “Jital” coins in Delhi Sultanate?
[A] Balban
[B] Qutb ud-Din Aibak
[C] Alauddin Khilji
[D] Iltutmish
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Correct Answer: D [Iltutmish]
Notes:
Iltutmish standardized Delhi Sultanate coinage by introducing the silver Tanka and copper Jital around 1220 CE.
7. Which revered Sufi saint’s tomb is located at Fatehpur Sikri and who greatly influenced Emperor Akbar?
[A] Sheikh Salim Chishti
[B] Nizamuddin Auliya
[C] Moinuddin Chishti
[D] Hazrat Bande Nawaz
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Correct Answer: A [Sheikh Salim Chishti]
Notes:
Sheikh Salim Chishti’s tomb is at Fatehpur Sikri; Akbar sought his blessings for an heir and built Fatehpur Sikri in his honor.
8. Consider the following soils found in Uttar Pradesh:
- Terai soil
- Khadar soil
- Bangar soil
- Red soil
Which of the following sequences correctly arranges them in order of their natural nitrogen content, from highest to lowest?
[A] Khadar, Terai, Bangar, Red soil
[B] Terai, Bangar, Khadar, Red soil
[C] Khadar, Bangar, Terai, Red soil
[D] Terai, Khadar, Bangar, Red soil
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Correct Answer: D [Terai, Khadar, Bangar, Red soil]
Notes:
- Terai soil is richest in nitrogen due to high organic matter from decaying vegetation.
- Khadar (new alluvial) has moderate nitrogen content owing to frequent river deposits.
- Bangar (old alluvium) is relatively depleted of nitrogen.
- Red soil is lowest in nitrogen, being typically poor in organic matter.
Thus, the correct descending order is Terai > Khadar > Bangar > Red soil.
9. Consider the following tributaries of river Ganga:
- Gandak
- Ramganga
- Karmanasha
- Gomati
Which of the above meets the Ganga before it reaches Varanasi?
[A] Only 1 and 3
[B] Only 1, 2 and 4
[C] Only 2
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2]
Notes:Ramganga is the only listed tributary that joins the Ganga at Kannauj, significantly upstream of Varanasi. Gandak meets Ganga near Patna, Gomati near Ghazipur, and Karmanasha even closer to Varanasi, making Ramganga the only correct option in this context.
- Ramganga: joins at Kannauj
- Others: join further downstream or nearer Varanasi
10. The earliest occupation at Ganwaria archaeological site is dated to which of the following periods?
[A] 8th century BCE
[B] 4th century CE
[C] 1st century BCE
[D] 3rd century CE
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Correct Answer: A [8th century BCE]
Notes:
The Ganwaria archaeological site, located in the Kapilvastu district of Uttar Pradesh, reveals evidence of continuous settlement from as early as the 8th century BCE to the 3rd century CE. Pottery fragments and structural remains at the site date back to this earliest period. Ganwaria, along with neighbouring Piprahwa, is believed to have been associated with the Shakya dynasty, possibly serving as a part of the palace complex of King Suddhodana, the father of Gautama Buddha. These findings are significant in tracing ancient Indian history and Buddhist heritage.
