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 primary ingredient gives Saunth its brownish-red color?
[A] Tamarind paste
[B] Dates
[C] Jaggery
[D] Dried ginger
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Correct Answer: D [Dried ginger]
Notes:
Saunth is a North Indian chutney made from tamarind and dried ginger, called ‘saunth’ in Hindi. Dried ginger specifically imparts Saunth’s distinct brownish-red color and spicy-sweet flavor, differentiating it from other chutneys. Sometimes dates or jaggery are added for sweetness, but not for color.
2. Who was declared the Nawab of Awadh by Begum Hazrat Mahal during the 1857 rebellion?
[A] Wajid Ali Shah
[B] Birjis Qadr
[C] Shuja-ud-Daula
[D] Asaf-ud-Daula
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Correct Answer: B [Birjis Qadr]
Notes:
Birjis Qadr, son of Wajid Ali Shah, was declared Nawab by Begum Hazrat Mahal during the 1857 uprising against British rule in Awadh.
3. Who was the queen that led the resistance in Jhansi during the Central India Campaign of 1857-59?
[A] Rani Durgavati
[B] Rani Padmini
[C] Rani Lakshmibai
[D] Rani Ahilyabai Holkar
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Correct Answer: C [Rani Lakshmibai]
Notes:
Rani Lakshmibai led Jhansi’s resistance against British annexation during the 1857-59 Central India Campaign and died in battle in 1858.
4. Who was the Kalachuri king of Tripuri who ruled from 1041 to 1073 CE and was crowned chakravartin in 1052-53 CE?
[A] Yashahkarna
[B] Devavarman
[C] Bhoja
[D] Lakshmikarna
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Correct Answer: D [Lakshmikarna]
Notes:
Lakshmikarna ruled Tripuri (1041-1073 CE), crowned chakravartin in 1052-53 CE, known for military campaigns and patronage of arts.
5. Which city in Uttar Pradesh is renowned for its classic variety of Peda?
[A] Mathura
[B] Varanasi
[C] Agra
[D] Lucknow
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Correct Answer: A [Mathura]
Notes:
Mathura Peda, made from khoa, sugar, and cardamom, is the classic variety famous in Uttar Pradesh.
6. Match the following leaders with their associated movement/events:
- Lal Bahadur Shastri
- Purushottam Das Tandon
- Ram Manohar Lohia
- Motilal Nehru
- Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan Slogan
- Bihar Kisan Sabha President
- Socialist Weekly Publication
- Nehru Report
Which of the following is the correct match?
[A] 1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D
[B] 1–D, 2–C, 3–B, 4–A
[C] 1–B, 2–A, 3–D, 4–C
[D] 1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D
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Correct Answer: D [1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D]
Notes:The correct matches are:
- Lal Bahadur Shastri – Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan Slogan
- Purushottam Das Tandon – Bihar Kisan Sabha President
- Ram Manohar Lohia – Socialist Weekly Publication
- Motilal Nehru – Nehru Report
These align with their well-known contributions to Indian history and various freedom movements.
7. Which physiographic region acts as the transitional ecosystem between the Himalayan foothills and the Gangetic plains?
[A] Terai belt
[B] Bhabar region
[C] Duns
[D] Doab
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Correct Answer: A [Terai belt]
Notes:
The Terai belt, situated between the Bhabar and Gangetic plains, is a swampy, marshy region with high biodiversity, serving as a transition zone between the Himalayas and the plains.
8. 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.
9. On which date did Uttar Pradesh become a state of India?
[A] 15th August 1947
[B] 1st November 1956
[C] 24th January 1950
[D] 26th January 1950
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Correct Answer: C [24th January 1950]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh was officially granted statehood on 24th January 1950, two days prior to India’s Republic Day. It was earlier known as United Provinces and was renamed as Uttar Pradesh.
10. Where did Gautam Buddha deliver his first sermon?
[A] Sarnath
[B] Bodh Gaya
[C] Kushinagar
[D] Lumbini
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Correct Answer: A [Sarnath]
Notes:
Buddha’s first sermon, known as Dharmachakra Pravartana, was delivered at Sarnath.
