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 site near Farrukhabad is linked to Buddha’s descent from heaven?
[A] Sankisa
[B] Kampil
[C] Fatehgarh
[D] Kannauj
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Correct Answer: A [Sankisa]
Notes:
Sankisa, near Farrukhabad in Uttar Pradesh, is traditionally believed to be where Buddha descended from Tushita heaven. An Ashokan pillar and ancient stupas mark the site, making it important in Buddhist pilgrimage circuits.
2. Which Amavasu dynasty descendant founded the city of Kannauj?
[A] Vishvamitra
[B] Kanyakubja
[C] Vasu
[D] Amavasu
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Correct Answer: B [Kanyakubja]
Notes:
Kanyakubja, son of Amavasu, established Kannauj. Kannauj is an ancient city in Uttar Pradesh historically significant as a major center during classical and medieval periods, and it has been known by different names including Kanyakubja in ancient texts.
3. Which Awadh ruler took the title of Badshah in 1819?
[A] Shuja-ud-Daula
[B] Ghazi-ud-Din Haidar Shah
[C] Saadat Ali Khan II
[D] Asaf-ud-Daula
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Correct Answer: B [Ghazi-ud-Din Haidar Shah]
Notes:
Ghazi-ud-Din Haidar Shah became the first Awadh ruler to assume the title Badshah in 1819, making Awadh a kingdom under British protection. His coinage bore the emperor’s title, distinguishing his reign in Awadh’s history.
4. Which Mughal emperor is credited with constructing much of the present structure of Chunar Fort in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Humayun
[B] Akbar
[C] Jahangir
[D] Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: B [Akbar]
Notes:
Akbar built most of the current structure; the west gate dates to 1586 during his reign.
5. Vishwambhar Dayalu Tripathi was a famous Indian _______ and politician.
[A] Doctor
[B] Lawyer
[C] Engineer
[D] Teacher
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Correct Answer: B [Lawyer]
Notes:
Vishwambhar Dayalu Tripathi, who died in 1959, was a renowned lawyer and politician from Uttar Pradesh, serving as a prominent leader in the Indian freedom movement and representing Uttar Pradesh in parliament.
6. Pasanda, a renowned dish popular in Rampur, traces its origins to which historical empire?
[A] Mughal Empire
[B] Maratha Empire
[C] Gupta Empire
[D] Chola Empire
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Correct Answer: A [Mughal Empire]
Notes:
Pasanda originated during the Mughal era, known for its rich meat preparations and Persian influences.
7. Which Pala king is credited with founding the Vikramashila Mahavihara in Bihar?
[A] Gopala I
[B] Dharmapala
[C] Devapala
[D] Mahipala
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Correct Answer: B [Dharmapala]
Notes:
Vikramashila Mahavihara was established by Pala king Dharmapala (783-820 CE) as a major Buddhist center alongside Nalanda.
8. Lathi Nach, a traditional stick dance performed during the Dashain festival, is primarily associated with which ethnic group?
[A] Gurung
[B] Magar
[C] Tharu
[D] Newar
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Correct Answer: C [Tharu]
Notes:
Lathi Nach is a cultural stick dance of the Tharu people, symbolizing their connection with nature and protection from wildlife.
9. Which Mughal emperor temporarily moved the imperial capital to Fatehpur Sikri?
[A] Jahangir
[B] Babur
[C] Humayun
[D] Akbar
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Correct Answer: D [Akbar]
Notes:
Akbar shifted the capital to Fatehpur Sikri from 1571 to 1585, but left it due to water scarcity.
10. 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.
