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. Arrange the following dynasties in the correct chronological order of their emergence: Maurya, Gupta, Chandela, Gahadavala.
[A] Chandela, Maurya, Gupta, Gahadavala
[B] Gupta, Chandela, Maurya, Gahadavala
[C] Maurya, Gupta, Chandela, Gahadavala
[D] Gahadavala, Gupta, Maurya, Chandela
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Correct Answer: C [Maurya, Gupta, Chandela, Gahadavala]
Notes:
Maurya (322–187 BC) was followed by Gupta (319–543 AD), then Chandela (8th–11th century), and lastly Gahadavala (9th–13th century).
2. Who commanded Mughal forces in the Battle of Khanwa, 1527?
[A] Babur
[B] Akbar
[C] Humayun
[D] Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: A [Babur]
Notes:
Babur led the Mughals to victory over Rana Sanga at Khanwa in 1527, strengthening Mughal rule in North India and establishing his supremacy among regional rulers.
3. Who was the Indo-Scythian Northern Satrap in Mathura around 60 BCE?
[A] Hagana
[B] Rajuvula
[C] Hagamasha
[D] Azes
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Correct Answer: A [Hagana]
Notes:
Hagana, mentioned on Brahmi coin inscriptions, was the Indo-Scythian Northern Satrap in Mathura around 60 BCE. He is among the earliest named rulers of the Northern Satraps in this region.
4. Which princely state in Hamirpur, UP, was founded by Raja Pahar Singh in 1755?
[A] Charkhari
[B] Samthar
[C] Bijna
[D] Sarila
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Correct Answer: D [Sarila]
Notes:
Sarila, established by Raja Pahar Singh in 1755, was a former princely state in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, and became a British protectorate in 1807.
5. Which dynasty ruled Padmavati, Kantipuri, Mathura, and Vidisha (200-340 AD)?
[A] Nagas of Narwar
[B] Gupta Dynasty
[C] Satavahana Dynasty
[D] Vakataka Dynasty
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Correct Answer: A [Nagas of Narwar]
Notes:
Nagas of Narwar ruled Padmavati, Kantipuri, Mathura, Vidisha (200-340 AD), issuing bronze coins with humped bull and trident; inscriptions were in Brahmi script using early Prakrit.
6. Who was the Kalachuri king of Tripuri who ruled from 1041 to 1073 CE and was crowned chakravartin in 1052-53 CE?
[A] Yashahkarna
[B] Devavarman
[C] Bhoja
[D] Lakshmikarna
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Correct Answer: D [Lakshmikarna]
Notes:
Lakshmikarna ruled Tripuri (1041-1073 CE), crowned chakravartin in 1052-53 CE, known for military campaigns and patronage of arts.
7. The Bhakti era composition ‘Sursagar’ is primarily dedicated to which deity?
[A] Rama
[B] Krishna
[C] Vishnu
[D] Shiva
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Correct Answer: B [Krishna]
Notes:
‘Sursagar’ by Surdas celebrates Lord Krishna, focusing on his childhood and relationship with Radha.
8. 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.
9. In which agro-climatic region of Uttar Pradesh are the Kanpur and Lucknow divisions located?
[A] Western Plain
[B] Eastern Plain
[C] Central Western Plain
[D] Central Plain
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Correct Answer: D [Central Plain]
Notes:
Kanpur and Lucknow divisions are part of the Central Plain agro-climatic zone of Uttar Pradesh.
10. Which tree provides the leaves most commonly used for rolling beedis (traditional Indian cigars)?
[A] Semal
[B] Tendu
[C] Babool
[D] Mahua
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Correct Answer: B [Tendu]
Notes:
Tendu (Diospyros melanoxylon) leaves are preferred for rolling beedis in India, especially in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Their flexibility, slow burning characteristic, and wide availability make them ideal for this purpose and vital to rural economies dependent on minor forest produce.
