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 endangered animal inhabits Upper Gangetic Plains’ major rivers?
[A] Indian rhinoceros
[B] Mugger crocodile
[C] Lesser florican
[D] Ganges river dolphin

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2. Who was the original recipient of Fort Unchagaon from the British as a reward for loyalty during the 1857 rebellion?
[A] Raja Gursahai Singh
[B] Raja Man Singh
[C] Raja Surendra Pal Singh
[D] Raja Pratap Singh

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3. What was a major consequence of the First Battle of Panipat (1526) for the region now known as Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Expansion of Maratha dominance in the region
[B] Establishment of Mughal control over Agra and surrounding territories
[C] Formation of the Awadh province
[D] Introduction of British trading posts in Agra

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4. What was the immediate cause of the Revolt of 1857 in Meerut?
[A] The introduction of the Doctrine of Lapse
[B] The use of cow and pig fat in rifle cartridges
[C] Heavy land revenue demands
[D] Dismissal of Indian soldiers from service

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5. Why is Bhabar soil, found near Himalayan rivers, generally unsuitable for agriculture?
[A] It contains high levels of clay, making plowing difficult.
[B] It frequently gets waterlogged due to poor drainage.
[C] It is extremely porous, causing water to drain quickly beyond plant root reach.
[D] It is highly acidic, affecting crop growth adversely.

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6. Which river forms the easternmost river system in the southern plateau region of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Son
[B] Ken
[C] Kanhar
[D] Rihand

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7. Consider the following pairs of rivers and their districts of origin:

  1. Kuwana – Eastern Bahraich
  2. Terhi – Bahraich
  3. Manwar – Gonda
  4. Gambhir – Karauli (Rajasthan)

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

[A] Only 1, 2 and 3
[B] Only 2, 3 and 4
[C] 1, 2, 3 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 4

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8. Which is the largest lake by surface area in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Keetham Lake
[B] Barua Sagar Taal
[C] Belasagar Lake
[D] Ramgarh Tal Lake

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9. 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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10. Consider the following statements regarding Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary:

  1. It is the largest sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh.
  2. It spans over five districts in the state.
  3. It is part of the Eastern Ghats biodiversity zone.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1 and 2
[D] 1, 2 and 3

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