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 Indus Valley Civilization site in Uttar Pradesh, discovered on the banks of the Hindon river and excavated in 1958, is considered the easternmost IVC settlement?
[A] Hastinapur
[B] Alamgirpur
[C] Kausambi
[D] Rupnagar
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Correct Answer: B [Alamgirpur]
Notes:
Alamgirpur, in Meerut district, was excavated in 1958 and is the easternmost Indus Valley site, notable for pottery and evidence of cotton cultivation.
2. Which Korean queen’s memorial stands in Ram Katha Park, Ayodhya?
[A] Queen Seondeok
[B] Queen Jindeok
[C] Queen Munjeong
[D] Queen Heo Hwang-ok
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Correct Answer: D [Queen Heo Hwang-ok]
Notes:
Queen Heo Hwang-ok, legendary princess of Ayodhya, became the first queen of Geumgwan Gaya in Korea. Her memorial in Ayodhya commemorates historic India-South Korea relations. Annual ceremonies are held here by Korean delegations, highlighting enduring cultural bonds.
3. Consider the following soil-climate combinations of Uttar Pradesh:
- Parwa soil in Jalaun – semi-arid
- Kabar soil in Jhansi – arid
- Khadar soil in Allahabad – sub-humid
- Maar soil in Etah – dry sub-humid
Which of the above combinations is most conducive to dual cropping with low irrigation dependency?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 3
[D] Only 4
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Correct Answer: C [Only 3]
Notes:
Khadar soil in Allahabad under a sub-humid climate (Option 3) is the most suitable for dual cropping with limited irrigation need. Khadar is fertile, renewed by frequent flooding, and retains moisture effectively. Sub-humid climate ensures adequate rainfall compared to other combinations mentioned, making it more conducive for dual cropping with less irrigation dependency.
4. Which scheme is implemented to promote greenery in the districts of Lucknow, Etawah, Badaun, Mainpuri, Unnao, and Kannauj?
[A] Tree Cover Extension Scheme
[B] Total Forest Cover Scheme
[C] Operation Green
[D] Urban Forestry Programme
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Correct Answer: B [Total Forest Cover Scheme]
Notes:
Total Forest Cover Scheme was launched in 2014–15, targeting Lucknow, Etawah, Badaun, Mainpuri, Unnao, and Kannauj districts for comprehensive tree cover through organized afforestation and conservation efforts in Uttar Pradesh.
5. Which site in Sitapur is famed for Maharshi Dadhichi’s bone donation?
[A] Misrikh
[B] Ayodhya
[C] Varanasi
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Misrikh]
Notes:
Misrikh in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, is historically revered as the site where Maharshi Dadhichi is believed to have donated his bones for making Lord Indra’s Vajra (thunderbolt) to defeat Vritra, making it a significant religious and mythological place in India.
6. Which royal family is historically associated with the Bhadri Family in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Oudh Royal Family
[B] Mankapur Royal Family
[C] Hasan Family of Kairana
[D] Yadav Family of Samajwadi Party
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Correct Answer: A [Oudh Royal Family]
Notes:
The Bhadri Family is linked to the Oudh Royal Family in Uttar Pradesh.
7. Which temple near Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj is renowned for its unique reclining idol that submerges during the monsoon season?
[A] Hanuman Mandir
[B] Kashi Vishwanath Temple
[C] Alopi Devi Mandir
[D] Vindhyavasini Temple
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Correct Answer: A [Hanuman Mandir]
Notes:
Hanuman Mandir near Triveni Sangam has a reclining Hanuman idol that submerges during monsoon; it is over 700 years old and undergoing renovation for the 2025 Kumbh Mela.
8. Who was known as the “Kotwal of Meerut” and played a key role in inspiring the local rebellion during the 1857 uprising?
[A] Mangal Pandey
[B] Dhan Singh Gurjar
[C] Bakht Khan
[D] Kunwar Singh
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Correct Answer: B [Dhan Singh Gurjar]
Notes:
Dhan Singh Gurjar, the Kotwal of Meerut, was instrumental in mobilizing civilians and initiating the uprising in Meerut during 1857.
9. With reference to the soils found in the Bundelkhand region of India, consider the following characteristics:
- Red and black soils weathered from granite and basalt
- Deficient in nitrogen and phosphorous
- High clay content with poor moisture retention
- Rich in iron content
Which of the above are typical features of Bundelkhand soils?
[A] Only 1 and 3
[B] 2, 3 and 4
[C] Only 3 and 4
[D] 1 and 2 only
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Correct Answer: D [1 and 2 only]
Notes:Red and black soils in Bundelkhand are primarily weathered from granite and basalt, often making them deficient in essential nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorous. While some iron content may be present, the typical issues are nutrient deficiency and origin from igneous rocks. Moisture retention and high clay content are not defining features.
- 1 and 2 are correct
10. Which of the following rivers is a right-bank tributary of the Ganga, originating in the southern plateau and flowing through the Vindhyan terrain before joining the main river?
[A] Tons
[B] Gandak
[C] Kosi
[D] Ghaghara
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Correct Answer: A [Tons]
Notes:
Tons originates in the southern plateau, flows through the Vindhyan range, and joins the Ganga as a right-bank tributary.
