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. 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.
3. The Chunar Fort in Mirzapur district is associated with which of the following historical personalities?
[A] Ashoka the Great
[B] Raja Bharthari
[C] Chandragupta Vikramaditya
[D] Alauddin Khilji
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Correct Answer: B [Raja Bharthari]
Notes:
Chunar Fort, situated in the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, is historically linked to Raja Bharthari, who was the brother of Vikramaditya, the legendary king of Ujjain. According to local legends, Raja Bharthari achieved Mahasamadhi (a yogic death) at this fort, and a temple dedicated to him still exists inside the fort premises. The site thus holds both historical and spiritual significance, distinguishing itself from other associations.
4. Bargaon in Saharanpur is famous for which ancient civilization’s remains?
[A] Harappan Civilization
[B] Indus Valley Civilization
[C] Vedic Civilization
[D] Chalcolithic Culture of Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Indus Valley Civilization]
Notes:
Bargaon, Saharanpur, is a significant archaeological site displaying Late Harappan or Indus Valley Civilization artifacts, including pottery and settlement remains, providing evidence of post-urban Harappan culture expansion in western Uttar Pradesh. The site was first excavated in the 1950s by the Archaeological Survey of India.
5. Parichha Dam near Jhansi is constructed on which river in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Ganges River
[B] Yamuna River
[C] Betwa River
[D] Ken River
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Correct Answer: C [Betwa River]
Notes:
Parichha Dam, near Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, is constructed on the Betwa River for irrigation, hydroelectric power, and water supply. It plays a vital role in the region’s agriculture and water management.
6. Who was the third King of Oudh from 1837 to 1842?
[A] Nasir-ud-Din Haidar Shah
[B] Muhammad Ali Shah
[C] Ghazi-ud-Din Haidar Shah
[D] Saadat Ali Khan II
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Correct Answer: B [Muhammad Ali Shah]
Notes:
Muhammad Ali Shah ruled Oudh from 1837 to 1842 as its third king, following Nasir-ud-Din Haidar Shah. He ascended the throne with British support and was succeeded by his son, Amjad Ali Shah.
7. Who ruled Ayodhya after Mauryan Empire in 2nd-1st century BCE?
[A] Shunga dynasty
[B] Deva dynasty
[C] Mitra dynasty
[D] Datta dynasty
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Correct Answer: B [Deva dynasty]
Notes:
The Deva dynasty succeeded the Mauryan Empire in Ayodhya (Saketa) during the 2nd-1st century BCE and were likely Shunga vassals. They preceded the Datta and Mitra dynasties in Ayodhya’s political history.
8. 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.
9. Which municipal corporation governs the city of Ayodhya following its 2017 merger with Faizabad?
[A] Faizabad Municipal Corporation
[B] Lucknow Municipal Corporation
[C] Varanasi Municipal Corporation
[D] Ayodhya Municipal Corporation
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Correct Answer: D [Ayodhya Municipal Corporation]
Notes:
Ayodhya and Faizabad merged in 2017 and are governed by Ayodhya Municipal Corporation, which has 60 elected members and is led by a mayor elected every 5 years.
10. Who was the religious leader who led the revolt in Allahabad during the 1857 uprising?
[A] Maulvi Liyaquat Ali
[B] Nana Sahib
[C] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[D] Kunwar Singh
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Correct Answer: A [Maulvi Liyaquat Ali]
Notes:
Maulvi Liyaquat Ali led the 1857 revolt in Allahabad, organizing resistance against British rule.
