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 Uttar Pradesh saint is considered an incarnation of Lalita Sakhi?
[A] Swami Haridas
[B] Tulsidas
[C] Kabir
[D] Surdas
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Correct Answer: A [Swami Haridas]
Notes:
Swami Haridas, from Uttar Pradesh, is regarded as an incarnation of Lalita Sakhi in Kaliyuga, was Tansen’s guru, and founded the Haridasi sect.
2. Which hospital was formerly called Thompson Hospital?
[A] King George’s Medical University Hospital
[B] Sarojini Naidu Hospital
[C] Lala Lajpat Rai Hospital
[D] Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital
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Correct Answer: B [Sarojini Naidu Hospital]
Notes:
Thompson Hospital was renamed Sarojini Naidu Hospital in 1947, honoring Sarojini Naidu, renowned poet and freedom fighter from Uttar Pradesh, popularly called the “Nightingale of India.” It is a prominent hospital in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
3. 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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Correct Answer: B [Ramabai]
Notes:
Ramabai was Gangadhar Rao’s first wife. She died soon after marriage, before he married Manikarnika Tambe, who became Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi.
4. Who was the 12th-century general raised by King Paramardi Deva of Mahoba?
[A] Alha
[B] Prithviraj Chauhan
[C] Udal
[D] Dassraj
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Correct Answer: C [Udal]
Notes:
Udal, a legendary Bundelkhand general, was raised by King Paramardi Deva after his father Dassraj died. He is a heroic figure in the Alha-Khand epic, renowned for bravery, loyalty, and the legendary battles against Prithviraj Chauhan.
5. Where is the Basic Flying Training School (BFTS) of Army Aviation Corps situated?
[A] Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
[B] Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
[C] Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
[D] Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
BFTS is located at Air Force Station Bamrauli, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1987, it trains Indian Army Aviation Corps cadets in basic flying skills.
6. Who established the Rampur Raza Library in Uttar Pradesh in 1774?
[A] Nawab Wajid Ali Shah
[B] Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula
[C] Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula
[D] Nawab Faizullah Khan
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Correct Answer: D [Nawab Faizullah Khan]
Notes:
Nawab Faizullah Khan founded Rampur Raza Library in 1774. It houses rare Indo-Islamic manuscripts, miniature paintings, and historical documents, making it a significant center for research and preservation of Mughal and Awadhi heritage. It is recognized as a national library of India.
7. Which dynasty ruled Agori Fort from the 12th century for several centuries?
[A] Khayaravala Dynasty
[B] Chandel Dynasty
[C] Baland Kharwar Dynasty
[D] Chauhan Dynasty
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Correct Answer: C [Baland Kharwar Dynasty]
Notes:
The Baland Kharwar Dynasty ruled Agori Fort from the 12th century and expanded their territory in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh regions. The fort was a significant stronghold for them for several centuries in the Mirzapur-Sonbhadra area.
8. Who played a pivotal role in establishing the Awadh Kisan Sabha in 1920?
[A] Baba Ramchandra
[B] Jawaharlal Nehru
[C] Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya
[D] Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
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Correct Answer: A [Baba Ramchandra]
Notes:
Baba Ramchandra, a religious leader-turned-activist, founded Awadh Kisan Sabha to unite peasants against landlord oppression in 1920.
9. Which of the following rivers joins the Ganga directly, instead of flowing into the Yamuna?
[A] Ken
[B] Tons (Tamsa)
[C] Betwa
[D] Chambal
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Correct Answer: B [Tons (Tamsa)]
Notes:
Tons (Tamsa) joins the Ganga at Sirsa near Prayagraj, unlike Ken, Betwa, and Chambal, which are Yamuna tributaries.
10. 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.
