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 first wife of Gangadhar Rao Newalkar of Jhansi?
[A] Manikarnika Tambe
[B] Ramabai
[C] Anand Rao
[D] Lakshmibai

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2. Who led the Varendra rebellion against Pala king Mahipala II?
[A] Mahipala II
[B] Rudok
[C] Bhima
[D] Divya

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3. Makhan Malai of Uttar Pradesh originated in which area of Varanasi?
[A] Assi Ghat
[B] Chaukhamba
[C] Godowlia
[D] Dashashwamedh

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4. 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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5. Which 1916 agreement marked the first notable cooperation between the Indian National Congress and the All-India Muslim League, symbolizing early Hindu-Muslim unity?
[A] Lucknow Pact
[B] Poona Pact
[C] Simla Agreement
[D] Gandhi-Irwin Pact

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6. Consider the following pairs of rivers and their districts of origin:

  1. Kuwana – Eastern Bahraich
  2. Terhi – Bahraich
  3. Manwar – Gonda
  4. Gambhir – Karauli (Rajasthan)

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

[A] Only 1, 2 and 3
[B] Only 2, 3 and 4
[C] 1, 2, 3 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 4

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7. Which of the following lakes in Uttar Pradesh is an ox-bow lake formed by river meandering?
[A] Taandadari
[B] Keetham
[C] Radhakund
[D] Manasi Ganga

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8. Consider the following statements regarding the Kachhua (Turtle) Wildlife Sanctuary:

  1. It is situated in Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh.
  2. The sanctuary is a protected area intended for the conservation of freshwater turtles and Ganges river dolphins.
  3. Fishing activities are legally allowed for local communities within the sanctuary limits.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2
[C] 2 and 3
[D] 1, 2 and 3

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9. Which of the following bird sanctuaries in Uttar Pradesh is named after a prominent Indian political leader and was established most recently?
[A] Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary
[B] Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Bird Sanctuary
[C] Patna Bird Sanctuary
[D] Sandi Bird Sanctuary

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10. In ancient scriptures, Prayagraj is mentioned as the site of which of the following?
[A] Buddha’s first sermon
[B] Brahma’s ritual sacrifice and the Triveni Sangam
[C] The coronation of Harshavardhana
[D] Origin of River Yamuna

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