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. Who helped fund the land for Ramakrishna Mission Home of Service in Varanasi, 1908?
[A] Upendra Narayan Deb
[B] Tarini Charan Pal
[C] None of the above
[D] Both Upendra Narayan Deb and Tarini Charan Pal
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Correct Answer: D [Both Upendra Narayan Deb and Tarini Charan Pal]
Notes:
In 1908, both Upendra Narayan Deb and Tarini Charan Pal contributed funds to purchase land for the Ramakrishna Mission Home of Service in Luxa, Varanasi, supporting the Mission’s philanthropic activities and expansion.
2. Which archaeological site in Uttar Pradesh, dating to the Kushana period, is known for yielding numerous terracotta plaques, votive stupas, and Brahmi inscriptions?
[A] Kausambi
[B] Ahichhatra
[C] Sonkh
[D] Sarnath
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Correct Answer: C [Sonkh]
Notes:
Sonkh, near Mathura, provided significant Kushana period finds including terracotta plaques, votive stupas, and Brahmi inscriptions, indicating its importance as a Buddhist center.
3. Who was the second Nawab of Awadh (1739–1754)?
[A] Saadat Ali Khan I
[B] Safdar Jang
[C] Shuja-ud-Daula
[D] Asaf-ud-Daula
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Correct Answer: B [Safdar Jang]
Notes:
Safdar Jang became the second Nawab of Awadh in 1739, ruling until 1754. He was a Mughal wazir, moved the capital to Faizabad, and strengthened Awadh’s autonomy. He succeeded Saadat Ali Khan I and was succeeded by Shuja-ud-Daula.
4. Who was the builder of the Chhota Imambara in Lucknow?
[A] Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula
[B] Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah
[C] Nawab Wajid Ali Shah
[D] Nawab Saadat Ali Khan
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Correct Answer: B [Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah]
Notes:
Chhota Imambara was built by Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah in 1838 as a Shia congregation hall and mausoleum.
5. Which revered Sufi saint, whose tomb is located at Fatehpur Sikri, profoundly influenced Emperor Akbar?
[A] Sheikh Salim Chishti
[B] Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya
[C] Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
[D] Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi
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Correct Answer: A [Sheikh Salim Chishti]
Notes:
Sheikh Salim Chishti’s tomb at Fatehpur Sikri commemorates his influence on Akbar; Akbar sought his blessings for an heir and named his son Salim (Jahangir) after him.
6. Which mineral is primarily used in Uttar Pradesh power plants for Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) units to control SO₂ emissions?
[A] Limestone
[B] Granite
[C] Silica sand
[D] Dolomite
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Correct Answer: D [Dolomite]
Notes:
Dolomite is widely used in FGD units of power plants in Uttar Pradesh for effective removal of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) from exhaust gases. It acts as a sorbent in wet and dry scrubbing processes during desulphurization.
7. Ratnapuri in Uttar Pradesh is birthplace of which Jain Tirthankara?
[A] Dharmanath
[B] Parshvanath
[C] Suvidhinath
[D] Neminath
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Correct Answer: A [Dharmanath]
Notes:
Ratnapuri, Uttar Pradesh, is the birthplace of the 15th Jain Tirthankara, Dharmanath. Several Jain temples at Ratnapuri are dedicated to him, making it a key pilgrimage destination for Jains. Parshvanath, Suvidhinath, and Neminath have their birthplaces in other locations in India.
8. Where was the Brahmo Conference Organisation founded in 1881?
[A] Kolkata
[B] Dhaka
[C] Patna
[D] Mymensingh
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Correct Answer: D [Mymensingh]
Notes:
Founded on 27 Jan 1881 at Mymensingh to unite Adi Dharm and Sadharan Brahmo Samaj after 1878 schism; registered 24 Mar 1881.
9. Who commanded the Indian forces from Delhi during the Revolt of 1857 against the British?
[A] Nana Sahib
[B] General Bakht Khan
[C] Bahadur Shah II
[D] Tatya Tope
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Correct Answer: B [General Bakht Khan]
Notes:
General Bakht Khan led the Indian sepoys in Delhi during the 1857 revolt, serving as chief military commander under Bahadur Shah II.
10. In the Gangetic plains of Uttar Pradesh, which north bank tributary of the Ganga is notable for carrying large sediment loads from its Himalayan origin and plays a key role in forming floodplains?
[A] Gandak
[B] Ghaghara (Saryu)
[C] Rapti
[D] Yamuna
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Correct Answer: B [Ghaghara (Saryu)]
Notes:
Ghaghara (Saryu) originates in the Himalayas, carries heavy sediment, and is the largest north bank tributary contributing to floodplain formation and flooding in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
