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 first modern indigenous Indian art movement began in 1974?
[A] Samikshavad
[B] Bengal School of Art
[C] Progressive Artists’ Group
[D] Madras Art Movement
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Correct Answer: A [Samikshavad]
Notes:
Samikshavad, started in 1974 by Prof. Ram Chandra Shukla in Uttar Pradesh, is considered the first indigenous modern Indian art movement, free from Western influence, emphasizing socio-political themes and symbolism.
2. Which event resulted in the creation of Rampur State in 1774?
[A] Battle of Miranpur Katra
[B] Death of Hafiz Rahmat Khan
[C] Treaty of Lal Dang
[D] Siege of Lal Dang
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Correct Answer: C [Treaty of Lal Dang]
Notes:
The Treaty of Lal Dang in 1774 ended the First Rohilla War, leading to Rampur State’s formation under Nawab Faizullah Khan. This treaty marked the beginning of Rampur as an independent princely state in present-day Uttar Pradesh, India.
3. Which battle did Major General Lousada Barrow lead in 1857?
[A] Battle of Futtehpore
[B] Battle of Lucknow
[C] Battle of Kanpur
[D] Battle of Jhansi
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Correct Answer: A [Battle of Futtehpore]
Notes:
Major General Lousada Barrow commanded British forces at the Battle of Futtehpore in 1857, achieving victory and securing a key supply line during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
4. Who commanded the rebel side in the Second Battle of Cawnpore, 1857?
[A] Tantya Tope
[B] Nana Sahib
[C] Sir Colin Campbell
[D] Begum Hazrat Mahal
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Correct Answer: B [Nana Sahib]
Notes:
Nana Sahib led rebels in the Second Battle of Cawnpore, 1857, during the Indian Rebellion; British commander was Sir Colin Campbell. Tantya Tope supported Nana Sahib but was not the chief commander at Cawnpore. Nana Sahib’s leadership marked a key phase of the revolt in present-day Uttar Pradesh.
5. Who was the founder of the autonomous kingdom of Awadh and introduced land revenue reforms to safeguard farmers?
[A] Asaf-ud-Daula
[B] Shuja-ud-Daula
[C] Wajid Ali Shah
[D] Saadat Ali Khan
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Correct Answer: D [Saadat Ali Khan]
Notes:
Saadat Ali Khan founded the autonomous Awadh kingdom in 1722 and implemented land revenue reforms to protect farmers from landlord exploitation.
6. Which Mughal emperor’s reign saw Ghazipur in Uttar Pradesh emerge as a prominent centre for the opium and indigo trade?
[A] Akbar
[B] Shah Jahan
[C] Aurangzeb
[D] Jahangir
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Correct Answer: A [Akbar]
Notes:
During Akbar’s rule, Ghazipur developed into a notable opium and indigo trade hub due to his administrative reforms and strategic regional location.
7. What was the contribution of Kotwal Dhan Singh Gurjar during the Revolt of 1857?
[A] He organized a civilian uprising in Meerut.
[B] He led the sepoy mutiny in Kanpur.
[C] He protected British officials in Agra.
[D] He joined the rebellion in Lucknow.
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Correct Answer: A [He organized a civilian uprising in Meerut.]
Notes:
Kotwal Dhan Singh Gurjar played a key role by mobilizing civilians in Meerut to join the 1857 uprising alongside sepoys.
8. 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.
9. Why does the Bangar region have lower soil fertility compared to the Khadar region?
[A] Leaching of nutrients and absence of annual silt deposition
[B] Higher water table
[C] Increased clay content
[D] Excessive organic matter
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Correct Answer: A [Leaching of nutrients and absence of annual silt deposition]
Notes:
Bangar is older alluvium subjected to leaching and lacks the fresh, nutrient-rich silt deposited annually in Khadar.
10. Match the following Kharif crops with their largest producing districts in Uttar Pradesh:
- Bajra
- Maize
- Arhar
With:
- Hamirpur
- Aligarh
- Mainpuri
Which of the following is the correct match?
[A] A-1, B-2, C-3
[B] A-3, B-2, C-1
[C] A-2, B-3, C-1
[D] A-2, B-1, C-3
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Correct Answer: C [A-2, B-3, C-1]
Notes:
- Bajra → Aligarh: Aligarh is the leading district for Bajra cultivation in Uttar Pradesh.
- Maize → Mainpuri: Mainpuri district is known for being the top producer of maize.
- Arhar → Hamirpur: Arhar cultivation is highest in the Hamirpur district.
The correct matching is thus: A-2 (Bajra-Aligarh), B-3 (Maize-Mainpuri), C-1 (Arhar-Hamirpur).
