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. In Sainthwar tradition, who is considered their legendary ancestor’s father?
[A] Bharata
[B] Rama
[C] Lakshmana
[D] Shatrughna
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Correct Answer: C [Lakshmana]
Notes:
As per Sainthwar oral tradition in Uttar Pradesh, their ancestor Chandraketu is believed to be the son of Lakshmana, brother of Rama from the Ramayana.
2. In which Indian state did the Firozabad rail collision of 1995 take place?
[A] Haryana
[B] Bihar
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: C [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
The Firozabad rail collision occurred in Uttar Pradesh on the Delhi-Kanpur section of Northern Railway in 1995.
3. What was the contribution of Kotwal Dhan Singh Gurjar during the Revolt of 1857?
[A] He organized a civilian uprising in Meerut.
[B] He led the sepoy mutiny in Kanpur.
[C] He protected British officials in Agra.
[D] He joined the rebellion in Lucknow.
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Correct Answer: A [He organized a civilian uprising in Meerut.]
Notes:
Kotwal Dhan Singh Gurjar played a key role by mobilizing civilians in Meerut to join the 1857 uprising alongside sepoys.
4. Consider the following border combinations between Uttar Pradesh and neighboring states:
- Uttar Pradesh–Himachal Pradesh: Saharanpur
- Uttar Pradesh–Jharkhand: Sonbhadra
- Uttar Pradesh–Rajasthan: Jhansi
- Uttar Pradesh–Chhattisgarh: Sonbhadra
Which of the above border combinations is incorrect?
[A] Only 3
[B] Only 1
[C] Only 4
[D] Only 2
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Correct Answer: A [Only 3]
Notes:
Border combination 3 is incorrect because Jhansi borders Madhya Pradesh, not Rajasthan. The Rajasthan-Uttar Pradesh border passes through Agra and Mathura districts, not Jhansi. All other options listed—Saharanpur with Himachal Pradesh, Sonbhadra with Jharkhand, and Sonbhadra with Chhattisgarh—are correct border combinations of Uttar Pradesh.
5. Consider the following sets of districts in Uttar Pradesh:
- Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, Chitrakoot
- Kanpur, Sitapur, Unnao
- Bijnor, Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar
- Mathura, Aligarh, Hathras
Which of the above sets includes districts where soil erosion by water is aggravated due to deforestation combined with terrain undulations?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 3
[D] Only 4
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:
Districts like Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, and Chitrakoot are characterized by hilly or plateau terrain where significant deforestation occurs. This combination accelerates water-induced soil erosion. In contrast, the other listed districts mostly have plains and lower slopes, making the problem less severe. Therefore, only Set 1 fits the criteria outlined in the question.
6. At which of the following locations does the Ghaghara River join the Ganga River?
[A] Patna
[B] Bhagalpur
[C] Near Chapra
[D] Darbhanga
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Correct Answer: C [Near Chapra]
Notes:
The Ghaghara River joins the Ganga near Chapra in Bihar after flowing through Uttar Pradesh.
7. Consider the following pairs of lakes and their associated rivers or hydrological systems:
- Keetham Lake — Agra Canal (Yamuna)
- Ramgarh Tal — Rapti River Floodplain
- Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar — Rihand River
- Taandadari — Meander (ox-bow)
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 3
[B] All four pairs
[C] Only 1 and 2
[D] Only 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer: B [All four pairs]
Notes:All four pairs are correctly matched:
- Keetham Lake is linked to Agra Canal (Yamuna).
- Ramgarh Tal is located on the Rapti River Floodplain.
- Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar is a reservoir on the Rihand River.
- Taandadari is an ox-bow (meander) lake formation.
This matching is based on geography and hydrological associations found in standard references.
8. The High-Value Plantation Scheme in Uttar Pradesh was initiated in 2008–09 across how many forest divisions?
[A] 10
[B] 24
[C] 32
[D] 16
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Correct Answer: D [16]
Notes:
The High-Value Plantation Scheme started in Uttar Pradesh in 2008–09, covering 16 forest divisions. The scheme aims to promote the planting of economically and ecologically beneficial species to diversify forest resources and enhance ecological balance and economic yield in the region.
9. Which Uttar Pradesh cities have two Family Courts each?
[A] Varanasi and Prayagraj
[B] Agra and Meerut
[C] Bareilly and Jhansi
[D] Lucknow and Kanpur
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Correct Answer: D [Lucknow and Kanpur]
Notes:
Lucknow and Kanpur, being major urban centers of Uttar Pradesh, each have two Family Courts due to their large populations and high volume of family law cases, making them unique among cities in the state.
10. Which temple in Maharajganj is known for a mysterious bleeding Pindi?
[A] Gorakhnath Temple
[B] Kashi Vishwanath Temple
[C] Vindhyavasini Temple
[D] Lehra Devi Temple
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Correct Answer: D [Lehra Devi Temple]
Notes:
Lehra Devi Temple in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, is famed for the bleeding Pindi phenomenon, which began after a British officer shot at the Pindi, symbolizing its miraculous powers. The temple is an important Shaktipeeth in Uttar Pradesh and attracts numerous devotees, especially during Navratri.
