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. Hansari, historically a jagir under the Bhatelas Yadavas, is now a suburb of which city in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Lucknow
[C] Jhansi
[D] Agra
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Correct Answer: C [Jhansi]
Notes:
Hansari is now a suburb of Jhansi and was historically a jagir under the Bhatelas Yadavas.
2. What was the primary ideological difference between the Deoband Movement and the Aligarh Movement in colonial India?
[A] The Deoband Movement promoted English education, while the Aligarh Movement promoted traditional Islamic studies.
[B] The Deoband Movement supported cooperation with the British, while the Aligarh Movement encouraged opposition.
[C] Both movements supported complete westernization of Indian Muslims.
[D] The Deoband Movement opposed British loyalty, while the Aligarh Movement promoted cooperation with the British.
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Correct Answer: D [The Deoband Movement opposed British loyalty, while the Aligarh Movement promoted cooperation with the British.]
Notes:
The Deoband Movement advocated resistance to British rule, whereas Aligarh Movement, led by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, encouraged loyalty and cooperation with the British for Muslim upliftment.
3. Consider the following pairs regarding the characteristics of summer winds in Uttar Pradesh:
- Loo — Dry, hot wind occurring in the afternoon
- Kalbaisakhi — Pre-monsoon thunderstorm mainly in May
- Westerlies — Post-monsoon breeze
- Purba — Moist wind originating from the Bay of Bengal
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 4
[B] Only 1 and 3
[C] Only 2, 3 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 4
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1, 2 and 4]
Notes:The correct answer is option 1.
- Loo is a hot, dry, afternoon summer wind.
- Kalbaisakhi refers to pre-monsoon thunderstorms that commonly occur in May.
- Westerlies are winter western disturbances, not post-monsoon breezes.
- Purba is a moist wind from the Bay of Bengal.
Thus, only statements 1, 2, and 4 are correctly matched.
4. Which of the following rivers joins the Ganga directly, instead of flowing into the Yamuna?
[A] Ken
[B] Tons (Tamsa)
[C] Betwa
[D] Chambal
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Correct Answer: B [Tons (Tamsa)]
Notes:
Tons (Tamsa) joins the Ganga at Sirsa near Prayagraj, unlike Ken, Betwa, and Chambal, which are Yamuna tributaries.
5. Which digital system is UP Forest Department adopting to combat wildlife crimes?
[A] Manual patrolling squads
[B] Solar fencing around reserves
[C] Integrated Forest Management System with AI and GPS
[D] Drones for plantation monitoring
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Correct Answer: C [Integrated Forest Management System with AI and GPS]
Notes:
UP Forest Department’s 2025 plan includes an AI-enabled Integrated Forest Management System with GPS, sensor cameras, and drones for real-time detection of wildlife crimes, illegal logging, and fires, managed via a centralized command center to enhance forest protection and monitoring efficiency.
6. What was the increase in tree cover in Uttar Pradesh between the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2021 and ISFR 2023?
[A] 118.43 sq km
[B] 440.76 sq km
[C] 278.00 sq km
[D] 559.19 sq km
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Correct Answer: B [440.76 sq km]
Notes:
Tree cover in Uttar Pradesh grew by 440.76 sq km between ISFR 2021 and 2023, rising from 8,510.16 sq km to 8,950.92 sq km. Tree cover is recorded outside notified forests, including areas like farms, roadsides, and urban spaces.
7. 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.
8. By the end of 2025, what is the projected total power generation capacity (in MW) of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 27,184
[B] 24,868
[C] 30,000
[D] 32,210
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Correct Answer: A [27,184]
Notes:
With projects like the Panki extension and Ghatampur power units completed, Uttar Pradesh’s total generation capacity is projected to reach 27,184 MW by the end of 2025.
9. The Chunar Fort in Mirzapur district is associated with which of the following historical personalities?
[A] Ashoka the Great
[B] Raja Bharthari
[C] Chandragupta Vikramaditya
[D] Alauddin Khilji
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Correct Answer: B [Raja Bharthari]
Notes:
Chunar Fort, situated in the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, is historically linked to Raja Bharthari, who was the brother of Vikramaditya, the legendary king of Ujjain. According to local legends, Raja Bharthari achieved Mahasamadhi (a yogic death) at this fort, and a temple dedicated to him still exists inside the fort premises. The site thus holds both historical and spiritual significance, distinguishing itself from other associations.
10. Who founded Charkhari State in 1765?
[A] Bikramajit Singh
[B] Khuman Singh
[C] Raja Chhatarsal
[D] Ratan Singh
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Correct Answer: B [Khuman Singh]
Notes:
Charkhari State in present-day Uttar Pradesh was founded by Khuman Singh in 1765 after disputes post-Bundela secession from Raja Chhatarsal. It remained a princely state until India’s independence.
