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 event destroyed the ancient Shiva temple complex in Katha, Baghpat?
[A] Invasion by Mahmud of Ghazni
[B] Battle of Panipat
[C] Attack by Timur
[D] Revolt of 1857
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Correct Answer: C [Attack by Timur]
Notes:
Timur’s invasion of India in 1398 resulted in the destruction of many sites, including the historical Shiva temple complex in Katha, Baghpat. His northern campaign left a deep impact, and records indicate large-scale plundering and devastation across Uttar Pradesh during this period.
2. Which art style influenced grapevine motifs in Mathura sculptures under Northern Satraps?
[A] Mauryan
[B] Gupta
[C] Kushan
[D] Gandhara
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Correct Answer: D [Gandhara]
Notes:
Gandhara art, influenced by Hellenistic styles, introduced grapevine and acanthus designs into Mathura sculpture during the Northern Satraps, merging Greco-Roman and Indian motifs. Mauryan, Gupta, and Kushan styles lacked this particular Western ornamental element.
3. Pandita Brahmacharini Chandabai was associated with which religion?
[A] Hinduism
[B] Jainism
[C] Buddhism
[D] Sikhism
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Correct Answer: B [Jainism]
Notes:
Pandita Brahmacharini Chandabai (1880–1977) was a notable Jain scholar and reformer, famed for advancing women’s education and founding Jain Mahiladarsh, India’s oldest women’s Jain magazine. She received the title ‘Pandita’ for her mastery in Sanskrit and Jain texts.
4. What is the main aim of the Fuel Wood Plantation scheme?
[A] To reduce the use of cow dung cakes
[B] To boost exports of wood
[C] To increase paper industry production
[D] To replace firewood with solar energy
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Correct Answer: A [To reduce the use of cow dung cakes]
Notes:
The Fuel Wood Plantation Scheme promotes the planting of firewood trees to reduce reliance on cow dung cakes for fuel, thereby improving rural energy resources and contributing to better soil fertility in affected regions.
5. In which district of Uttar Pradesh are major copper deposits primarily found?
[A] Saharanpur
[B] Mirzapur
[C] Jhansi
[D] Lalitpur
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Correct Answer: D [Lalitpur]
Notes:
Lalitpur district in Uttar Pradesh is noted for its significant sedimentary-based copper ore deposits, with ore content ranging from 3–6%. This deposit is crucial for various industries including electrical, construction, and electronics sectors.
6. In which year did Mayawati begin her longest uninterrupted term as UP Chief Minister?
[A] 2002
[B] 1995
[C] 2007
[D] 1997
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Correct Answer: C [2007]
Notes:
Mayawati began her longest uninterrupted Chief Minister term in Uttar Pradesh on 13 May 2007, serving until 15 March 2012, completing a full 5-year term. This was unique among her four total terms as UP CM.
7. Consider the following pairs regarding Mahajanapadas and their capital cities:
- Vatsa – Kaushambi
- Kosala – Shravasti
- Panchala – Ahichhatra
- Kuru – Indraprastha
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] 1, 2, 3 and 4
[C] Only 1, 2 and 3
[D] Only 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer: B [1, 2, 3 and 4]
Notes:
Vatsa’s capital was Kaushambi, Kosala’s was Shravasti, Panchala’s was Ahichhatra, and Kuru’s was Indraprastha. All four pairings are supported by ancient historical and archaeological records, making option 2 correctly represent the capitals of these Mahajanapadas during ancient Indian history.
8. Who was the Kalachuri ruler of Tripuri (Madhya Pradesh) during 850-890 CE, known for alliances with the Rashtrakutas and Chandelas through marriage?
[A] Kokalla II
[B] Shankaragana II
[C] Kokalla I
[D] Mihira Bhoja
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Correct Answer: C [Kokalla I]
Notes:
Kokalla I allied with Rashtrakutas and Chandelas via marriage, expanded southeastern borders, and was subordinate to Mihira Bhoja.
9. To which dynasty did Trailokyamalla, the ruler of central India’s Dahala region in the early 13th century, belong?
[A] Chola Dynasty
[B] Paramara Dynasty
[C] Chandela Dynasty
[D] Kalachuri Dynasty
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Correct Answer: D [Kalachuri Dynasty]
Notes:
Trailokyamalla was the last known king of the Kalachuri dynasty ruling Dahala (Chedi) region around 1210s CE.
10. At which confluence is the Prayag Kumbh Mela held in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Haridwar Sangam (Ganges and Yamuna)
[B] Allahabad Sangam (Ganges and Gomti)
[C] Triveni Sangam (Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati)
[D] Varanasi Sangam (Ganges and Varuna)
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Correct Answer: C [Triveni Sangam (Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati)]
Notes:
Prayag Kumbh Mela is held at Triveni Sangam, the confluence of Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers in Uttar Pradesh.
