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. Who founded the Rohilkhand kingdom in 1721?
[A] Hafiz Rahmat Khan
[B] Ali Mohammed Khan
[C] Shah Jahan
[D] Safdarjung
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Correct Answer: B [Ali Mohammed Khan]
Notes:
Ali Mohammed Khan, a Jat adopted by Rohilla Afghans, established Rohilkhand in 1721 during Mughal decline.
2. Which river is commonly referred to as the ‘Sorrow of Gorakhpur’?
[A] Rapti
[B] Ghaghara
[C] Gandak
[D] Kuin
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Correct Answer: A [Rapti]
Notes:
Rapti causes recurrent flooding in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, leading to the epithet ‘Sorrow of Gorakhpur’.
3. Who was adopted by Mukhtar Ahmed Ansari?
[A] Chandra Shekhar
[B] Amjadulla Shah
[C] Jawaharlal Nehru
[D] Shaukatullah Shah Ansari
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Correct Answer: D [Shaukatullah Shah Ansari]
Notes:
Shaukatullah Shah Ansari was adopted by Mukhtar Ahmed Ansari, freedom fighter and INC president (1927). Shaukatullah later became a noted diplomat and politician. Mukhtar Ahmed Ansari was an influential leader during India’s independence movement.
4. Which archaeological site in Uttar Pradesh is renowned for exhibiting Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain sculptures from the Kushana to the Gupta period, indicating religious syncretism?
[A] Mathura
[B] Sarnath
[C] Kushinagar
[D] Kaushambi
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Correct Answer: A [Mathura]
Notes:
Mathura presents sculptures from all three religions across Kushana and Gupta periods, reflecting artistic and religious diversity.
5. Which university is responsible for conducting the SEE-UPTU entrance exam in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Banaras Hindu University
[B] University of Lucknow
[C] Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
[D] Aligarh Muslim University
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Correct Answer: C [Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University]
Notes:
SEE-UPTU is conducted by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University since 1959 for engineering and related fields in Uttar Pradesh.
6. In which country is the Sonha language primarily spoken?
[A] Nepal
[B] India
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Bhutan
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Correct Answer: A [Nepal]
Notes:
Sonha is an Indo-Aryan language spoken mainly in Nepal’s Lumbini and Sudurpashchim Provinces.
7. Which area in Uttar Pradesh is characterized by elevated land, absence of flood waters, and older alluvial soil deposits?
[A] Bangar
[B] Tarai
[C] Bhabar
[D] Khadar
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Correct Answer: A [Bangar]
Notes:
Bangar refers to regions with higher elevation, older alluvium, and immunity to flooding in Uttar Pradesh.
8. At which of the following confluences does the river Ganga officially form?
[A] Rudra Prayag (Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers)
[B] Dev Prayag (Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers)
[C] Karn Prayag (Alaknanda and Pindar rivers)
[D] Vishnu Prayag (Alaknanda and Dhauliganga rivers)
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Correct Answer: B [Dev Prayag (Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers)]
Notes:
Ganga originates at Dev Prayag when Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet, receiving its official name there.
9. Pyrophyllite deposits found in Uttar Pradesh primarily support which of the following industries?
[A] Textile industry
[B] Electronics industry
[C] Steel industry
[D] Rubber and ceramics industry
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Correct Answer: D [Rubber and ceramics industry]
Notes:
Pyrophyllite in Uttar Pradesh, mainly from Jhansi and Hamirpur, is chiefly used in ceramics, synthetic rubber, insecticides, and as a filler in various industries due to its heat resistance and chemical inertness.
10. Which expressway is proposed to be connected with the Eastern Peripheral Expressway for enhanced regional integration in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Ganga Expressway
[B] DND Flyway
[C] Upper Ganga Canal Expressway
[D] Agra–Lucknow Expressway
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Correct Answer: C [Upper Ganga Canal Expressway]
Notes:
The Upper Ganga Canal Expressway is planned to connect with the Eastern Peripheral Expressway, improving connectivity between western Uttar Pradesh and the NCR, facilitating smoother vehicular movement and reducing congestion. Both expressways are significant infrastructure projects in Uttar Pradesh.
