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 was the founder of Banaras Hindu University?
[A] Motilal Nehru
[B] Madan Mohan Malvia
[C] Dr. Rajendra Prasad
[D] Sukumar Dutt
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Correct Answer: B [Madan Mohan Malvia]
Notes:
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), formerly Central Hindu College, was established by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviyain Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, in 1916. The university’s main campus was built on land donated by the Kashi Naresh, the hereditary ruler of Banaras. With over 12,000 students residing in campus, it is the largest residential university in Asia.
2. Which Nawab of Awadh built the Chhota Calcutta fort, now in ruins?
[A] Wajid Ali Shah
[B] Saadat Ali Khan
[C] Asaf-ud-Daula
[D] Shuja-ud-Daula
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Correct Answer: D [Shuja-ud-Daula]
Notes:
Shuja-ud-Daula, the third Nawab of Awadh, constructed the Chhota Calcutta fort, which is presently in ruins. He ruled from 1754 to 1775 and played a significant role in the history of Awadh and North India during the 18th century.
3. Which Kohra estate ruler actively joined the Bhoodan movement?
[A] Babu Bhoop Singh
[B] Babu Himmat Sah
[C] Babu Shiv Bahadur Singh
[D] Babu Beni Bahadur Singh
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Correct Answer: D [Babu Beni Bahadur Singh]
Notes:
Babu Beni Bahadur Singh, the last Kohra ruler, supported Acharya Vinoba Bhave’s Bhoodan movement by promoting voluntary land donation in Uttar Pradesh, strengthening the land reform cause.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Which title was merged with the Lieutenant Governor in 1877?
[A] Governor of Oudh
[B] Nawab of Oudh
[C] Viceroy of Oudh
[D] Chief Commissioner of Oudh
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Correct Answer: D [Chief Commissioner of Oudh]
Notes:
The Chief Commissioner of Oudh merged with Lieutenant Governor in 1877, forming the Lieutenant Governor of the United Provinces of Agra and Oudh for unified administration.
7. Who used a fake name during the Kakori train robbery?
[A] Ram Prasad Bismil
[B] Ashfaqulla Khan
[C] Murari Lal Gupta
[D] Mukundi Lal Gupta
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Correct Answer: C [Murari Lal Gupta]
Notes:
Murari Lal Gupta used the alias Murari Lal Khanna during the 1925 Kakori train robbery organized by Hindustan Republican Association freedom fighters.
8. Which dynasty is traditionally associated with Lord Rama, the central figure of the epic Ramayana?
[A] Ikshvaku Dynasty
[B] Satavahana Dynasty
[C] Chalukya Dynasty
[D] Pallava Dynasty
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Correct Answer: A [Ikshvaku Dynasty]
Notes:
Lord Rama, the hero of the Ramayana, is said to belong to the Ikshvaku Dynasty.
9. The Kaimur Series is a subdivision of which rock system in India?
[A] Aravalli Rock System
[B] Vindhyan Rock System
[C] Dharwar Rock System
[D] Singhbhum Rock System
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Correct Answer: B [Vindhyan Rock System]
Notes:
The Kaimur Series belongs to the Vindhyan Rock System, noted for sandstone, quartz, and conglomerates.
10. The Kalagarh Dam is built on which tributary of the Ganga River?
[A] Gomti
[B] Ramganga
[C] Kosi
[D] Yamuna
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Correct Answer: B [Ramganga]
Notes:
Kalagarh Dam is located on the Ramganga River, a tributary of the Ganga, in Uttarakhand.