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 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.
2. Which dynasty ruled Padmavati, Kantipuri, Mathura, and Vidisha (200-340 AD)?
[A] Nagas of Narwar
[B] Gupta Dynasty
[C] Satavahana Dynasty
[D] Vakataka Dynasty
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Correct Answer: A [Nagas of Narwar]
Notes:
Nagas of Narwar ruled Padmavati, Kantipuri, Mathura, Vidisha (200-340 AD), issuing bronze coins with humped bull and trident; inscriptions were in Brahmi script using early Prakrit.
3. Which ghat in Varanasi is renowned as a major cremation site with approximately 25,000-30,000 cremations conducted annually?
[A] Assi Ghat
[B] Dashashwamedh Ghat
[C] Harishchandra Ghat
[D] Manikarnika Ghat
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Correct Answer: D [Manikarnika Ghat]
Notes:
Manikarnika Ghat is the principal cremation site in Varanasi, handling 25,000-30,000 cremations yearly, making it one of the most significant ghats for this purpose.
4. Which river is commonly referred to as the ‘Sorrow of Gorakhpur’?
[A] Rapti
[B] Ghaghara
[C] Gandak
[D] Kuin
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Correct Answer: A [Rapti]
Notes:
Rapti causes recurrent flooding in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, leading to the epithet ‘Sorrow of Gorakhpur’.
5. In which year was Jhansi ceded to Gwalior State?
[A] 1857
[B] 1947
[C] 1861
[D] 1886
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Correct Answer: C [1861]
Notes:
In 1861, the British ceded Jhansi to Gwalior State. Later, in 1886, Jhansi was returned to British control and eventually integrated into Uttar Pradesh after Indian independence in 1947.
6. Which insignia did Muhammad Shah award Ali Muhammad Khan?
[A] Peacock
[B] Tiger
[C] Mahseer
[D] Elephant
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Correct Answer: C [Mahseer]
Notes:
The Mahseer insignia, a rare honor, was awarded by Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah to Ali Muhammad Khan recognizing his political abilities and service as Rohilla chief in Rohilkhand region.
7. Which document first recognized Ayodhya as Lord Rama’s birthplace?
[A] Jai Singh II’s documents
[B] Babur’s memoirs
[C] Ayodhya Mahatmya
[D] Faizabad court report
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Correct Answer: A [Jai Singh II’s documents]
Notes:
Jai Singh II’s 1717 documents are the earliest definitive reference to Ayodhya as Lord Rama’s birthplace. These records predate court or British references, and are considered crucial in the historical identification of the site in present-day Uttar Pradesh.
8. Which region emerged as the main centre of Vedic culture during the Post-Rigvedic period?
[A] Madhyadesh (Ganga-Saraswati Doab)
[B] Punjab
[C] Magadha
[D] Avanti
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Correct Answer: A [Madhyadesh (Ganga-Saraswati Doab)]
Notes:
In the Post-Vedic period, the cultural centre shifted eastward to Madhyadesh, particularly the Ganga-Saraswati Doab.
9. What was the main belief of the Ajivika sect, which was supported by Mauryan ruler Bindusara?
[A] Worship of many gods
[B] Doctrine of Niyati (absolute determinism)
[C] Practice of non-violence (Ahimsa)
[D] Renunciation of all possessions
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Correct Answer: B [Doctrine of Niyati (absolute determinism)]
Notes:
The Ajivika sect believed in Niyati, or absolute determinism, stating that everything is preordained by fate and humans have no real control over their destiny.
10. Who founded Charkhari State in 1765?
[A] Bikramajit Singh
[B] Khuman Singh
[C] Raja Chhatarsal
[D] Ratan Singh
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Correct Answer: B [Khuman Singh]
Notes:
Charkhari State in present-day Uttar Pradesh was founded by Khuman Singh in 1765 after disputes post-Bundela secession from Raja Chhatarsal. It remained a princely state until India’s independence.
