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 Lucknow monument was modeled after Istanbul’s Sublime Porte?
[A] Bara Imambara
[B] Kaiserbagh Palace
[C] Rumi Darwaza
[D] Chota Imambara
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Correct Answer: C [Rumi Darwaza]
Notes:
Rumi Darwaza, constructed by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula in 1784, is inspired by Istanbul’s Sublime Porte. It stands 60 feet tall and is a prominent example of Lucknow’s Awadhi-Turkish architectural blend, symbolizing the city’s historical connections to Ottoman design.
2. Which city, birthplace of Lord Rama, is linked to the Awadhi language?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Ayodhya
[C] Lucknow
[D] Kanpur
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Correct Answer: B [Ayodhya]
Notes:
Ayodhya, located in Uttar Pradesh, is the legendary birthplace of Lord Rama. It is central to the Awadh region, where the Awadhi language is widely spoken. The city holds immense religious and cultural importance in India’s history and literature.
3. Which Mughal emperor temporarily moved the imperial capital to Fatehpur Sikri?
[A] Jahangir
[B] Babur
[C] Humayun
[D] Akbar
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Correct Answer: D [Akbar]
Notes:
Akbar shifted the capital to Fatehpur Sikri from 1571 to 1585, but left it due to water scarcity.
4. Consider the following pairs of rivers and their districts of origin:
- Kuwana – Eastern Bahraich
- Terhi – Bahraich
- Manwar – Gonda
- Gambhir – Karauli (Rajasthan)
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 3
[B] Only 2, 3 and 4
[C] 1, 2, 3 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 4
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Correct Answer: C [1, 2, 3 and 4]
Notes:All the rivers and their corresponding districts of origin are correctly matched:
- Kuwana originates in Eastern Bahraich
- Terhi originates in Bahraich
- Manwar originates in Gonda
- Gambhir originates in Karauli (Rajasthan)
Accurate knowledge of Indian river origins enhances understanding of geographical diversity.
5. Under which Act was the UP Human Rights Commission formed?
[A] Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993
[B] RTI Act, 2005
[C] Criminal Procedure Code, 1973
[D] Representation of People Act, 1951
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Correct Answer: A [Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993]
Notes:
The UP Human Rights Commission was established in 2002 under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, as an autonomous statutory body for human rights protection in Uttar Pradesh.
6. The Allahabad High Court oversees which judicial tier administratively?
[A] Subordinate Judiciary
[B] Supreme Court
[C] Central Administrative Tribunal
[D] Election Commission
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Correct Answer: A [Subordinate Judiciary]
Notes:
The Allahabad High Court, under Article 235 of the Constitution, exercises administrative and supervisory control over subordinate judiciary in Uttar Pradesh, including postings, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions, but not over the Supreme Court or other bodies.
7. Fort Ruhya is located in which region of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Doab
[B] Bundelkhand
[C] Awadh
[D] Purvanchal
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Correct Answer: C [Awadh]
Notes:
Fort Ruhya is in the Awadh region of Uttar Pradesh, notable for its significance during the 1857 Indian Rebellion and regional heritage.
8. Palak paneer is a popular Indian dish primarily made using which leafy green vegetable?
[A] Kale
[B] Fenugreek leaves (Methi)
[C] Spinach (Palak)
[D] Mustard greens (Sarson)
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Correct Answer: C [Spinach (Palak)]
Notes:
Palak paneer uses pureed spinach (palak) as its main ingredient, distinct from other greens used in similar dishes.
9. In which city did Emperor Akbar establish the Maktab Khana in 1574 to translate major Indian texts into Persian?
[A] Agra
[B] Delhi
[C] Jaipur
[D] Fatehpur Sikri
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Correct Answer: D [Fatehpur Sikri]
Notes:
Maktab Khana was set up in Fatehpur Sikri to translate texts like Mahabharata and Ramayana into Persian.
10. Who was the guru of Hindustani classical singer Kamala Bose?
[A] Pt. Ravi Shankar
[B] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi
[C] Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia
[D] Pt. Ramashray Jha
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Correct Answer: D [Pt. Ramashray Jha]
Notes:
Kamala Bose was a prominent Hindustani classical vocalist trained under Pt. Ramashray Jha of Bhatt Gharana, renowned for his expertise in both performance and music composition.
