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 tree species is predominantly found in the Upper Gangetic Plains moist deciduous forests of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Teak (Tectona grandis)
[B] Sal (Shorea robusta)
[C] Sandalwood (Santalum album)
[D] Neem (Azadirachta indica)
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Correct Answer: B [Sal (Shorea robusta)]
Notes:
Sal (Shorea robusta) is the dominant tree species in the Upper Gangetic Plains moist deciduous forests of Uttar Pradesh.
2. Which staple grain is predominantly used in the cuisine of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Wheat
[B] Rice
[C] Millet
[D] Maize
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Correct Answer: A [Wheat]
Notes:
Wheat is the primary staple grain in Uttar Pradesh, used mainly for various types of flatbreads.
3. What was a major consequence of the First Battle of Panipat (1526) for the region now known as Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Expansion of Maratha dominance in the region
[B] Establishment of Mughal control over Agra and surrounding territories
[C] Formation of the Awadh province
[D] Introduction of British trading posts in Agra
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Correct Answer: B [Establishment of Mughal control over Agra and surrounding territories]
Notes:
Babur’s victory at Panipat ended the Lodi dynasty and established Mughal rule in North India, including Agra and nearby areas of present-day Uttar Pradesh.
4. Where was the bomb used in the 1929 Central Legislative Assembly attack manufactured, and which revolutionaries were involved in the event?
[A] Saharanpur; Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt
[B] Meerut; Chandra Shekhar Azad and Ashfaqulla Khan
[C] Aligarh; Ram Prasad Bismil and Roshan Singh
[D] Lucknow; Surya Sen and Rajendra Lahiri
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Correct Answer: A [Saharanpur; Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt]
Notes:
The bombs were manufactured in Saharanpur by Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt for the Central Legislative Assembly attack in 1929.
5. Which river flows through Balrampur and Shravasti districts?
[A] Kuano
[B] Rapti
[C] Ghaghra
[D] Saryu
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Correct Answer: B [Rapti]
Notes:
Rapti River traverses both Balrampur and Shravasti in Uttar Pradesh, originating in Nepal and serving as a major river system in the northern plains. It is known for its historical and geographical significance in eastern Uttar Pradesh, often causing seasonal floods in the region.
6. 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.
7. In ancient scriptures, Prayagraj is mentioned as the site of which of the following?
[A] Buddha’s first sermon
[B] Brahma’s ritual sacrifice and the Triveni Sangam
[C] The coronation of Harshavardhana
[D] Origin of River Yamuna
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Correct Answer: B [Brahma’s ritual sacrifice and the Triveni Sangam]
Notes:
Prayagraj, earlier known as Allahabad, is referred to in ancient texts like the Agni Purana and Manusmriti as the site of the primordial sacrifice (yajna) performed by Brahma. The city is renowned for the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati Rivers, making it a highly significant pilgrimage center in Hindu tradition. The other options refer to events not linked with Prayagraj.
8. Which site in Sitapur is famed for Maharshi Dadhichi’s bone donation?
[A] Misrikh
[B] Ayodhya
[C] Varanasi
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Misrikh]
Notes:
Misrikh in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, is historically revered as the site where Maharshi Dadhichi is believed to have donated his bones for making Lord Indra’s Vajra (thunderbolt) to defeat Vritra, making it a significant religious and mythological place in India.
9. Consider the following regarding Magadha’s dynasties and their contributions:
- The Haryanka dynasty was founded by Bimbisara.
- The Shishunaga dynasty succeeded the Haryanka dynasty.
- The Nanda dynasty was established by Mahapadmananda.
- The Nanda dynasty preceded the Mauryan Empire.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] All are correct statements
[B] Only 1, 2 and 3
[C] Only 1, 3 and 4
[D] Only 2 and 4
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Correct Answer: A [All are correct statements]
Notes:All four statements are accurate:
- Haryanka dynasty was founded by King Bimbisara.
- The Shishunaga dynasty followed the Haryanka dynasty.
- The Nanda dynasty was established by Mahapadmananda.
- The Nanda dynasty directly preceded the Mauryan Empire.
These dynasties played significant roles in the history and expansion of Magadha.
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.
