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 among the following statements regarding the Baghelkhand plateau are correct?
- It is located in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh
- The height of the plateau varies from 150 to 1200 meters
- The Narmada Son trough lies to the south of this plateau
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Baghelkhand plateau is spread across Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Its elevation ranges from 150 to 1200 meters. The Narmada-Son trough is located to its south. All three statements—location, height variation, and geographical boundary—are correct as per standard Indian geography sources.
2. Who was Hagamasha in ancient Indian history?
[A] A famous poet of ancient India
[B] A king of the Maurya dynasty
[C] An Indo-Scythian Northern Satrap who ruled in Mathura
[D] A ruler of the Gupta Empire
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Correct Answer: C [An Indo-Scythian Northern Satrap who ruled in Mathura]
Notes:
Hagamasha was an Indo-Scythian Northern Satrap in Mathura, c. 1st century BCE. His rare coins are among the earliest Kshatrapa coin evidence from Mathura, helping trace Indo-Scythian presence in northern India.
3. The bone-made statue of the maternal goddess discovered in the Belan Valley belongs to which prehistoric period?
[A] Neolithic Age
[B] Mesolithic Age
[C] Chalcolithic Age
[D] Palaeolithic Age
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Correct Answer: D [Palaeolithic Age]
Notes:
The maternal goddess statue from the Belan Valley is attributed to the Palaeolithic Age, evidencing early symbolic art and spiritual beliefs.
4. 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.
5. Match the following leaders with their associated movement/events:
- Lal Bahadur Shastri
- Purushottam Das Tandon
- Ram Manohar Lohia
- Motilal Nehru
- Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan Slogan
- Bihar Kisan Sabha President
- Socialist Weekly Publication
- Nehru Report
Which of the following is the correct match?
[A] 1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D
[B] 1–D, 2–C, 3–B, 4–A
[C] 1–B, 2–A, 3–D, 4–C
[D] 1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D
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Correct Answer: D [1–A, 2–B, 3–C, 4–D]
Notes:The correct matches are:
- Lal Bahadur Shastri – Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan Slogan
- Purushottam Das Tandon – Bihar Kisan Sabha President
- Ram Manohar Lohia – Socialist Weekly Publication
- Motilal Nehru – Nehru Report
These align with their well-known contributions to Indian history and various freedom movements.
6. Which physical division of Uttar Pradesh shows the greatest variation in altitude?
[A] Gangetic Plain
[B] Terai Region
[C] Plateau Region of the South
[D] Doab Region
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Correct Answer: C [Plateau Region of the South]
Notes:
The Plateau Region of the South features altitude variation from 300 m to 600 m due to hill ranges like Kaimur and Sonakar, unlike the state’s flatter regions.
7. At Hajipur, the Ganga River meets which other river, a confluence significant for the flood-prone districts of eastern Bihar?
[A] Gandak
[B] Kosi
[C] Bagmati
[D] Ghaghara
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Correct Answer: A [Gandak]
Notes:
Gandak joins Ganga at Hajipur, causing significant floods in northern and eastern Bihar.
8. In which battle did Rani Laxmibai sacrifice her life fighting against the British?
[A] Battle of Fatehpur
[B] Battle of Gwalior
[C] Battle of Jhansi
[D] Battle of Kalpi
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Correct Answer: B [Battle of Gwalior]
Notes:
Rani Laxmibai, one of the most prominent leaders of the Indian Rebellion of 1857, died on 18th June 1858 during the Battle of Gwalior. She fought valiantly against British forces, displaying remarkable courage and leadership. Her death marked a significant point in the rebellion as her bravery inspired many in the struggle for Indian independence. The Battle of Gwalior was crucial as it was among the last stronghold battles during the uprising.
9. Whose palace is situated near Raja Ka Tal?
[A] Maharaja Chhatrasal
[B] Raja Todarmal
[C] Samrat Akbar
[D] Senapati
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Correct Answer: B [Raja Todarmal]
Notes:
Raja Todarmal was Akbar’s finance minister. His palace stands near Raja Ka Tal, Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, representing his key role in Mughal-era revenue reforms. The site is a rare architectural remnant from the Mughal period in the region.
10. Which ancient site in Uttar Pradesh is renowned for housing Gupta period inscriptions?
[A] Prayagraj (Allahabad)
[B] Varanasi
[C] Ayodhya
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Prayagraj (Allahabad)]
Notes:
Prayagraj (Allahabad) hosts the famous Allahabad Pillar inscription of Samudragupta, an important Gupta period record composed by Harisena.
