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 saint was born in Kannauj in 1493 under Sikandar Lodi’s reign?
[A] Sant Kabir Das
[B] Hazrat Pir Shah Jewna Al-Naqvi Al-Bokhari
[C] Guru Nanak Dev
[D] Tulsidas
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Correct Answer: B [Hazrat Pir Shah Jewna Al-Naqvi Al-Bokhari]
Notes:
Hazrat Pir Shah Jewna Al-Naqvi Al-Bokhari, born Kannauj 1493, was a famous Sufi saint during Sikandar Lodi’s reign, known for his spiritual influence in North India.
2. Which Rajput clan ruled parts of Uttar Pradesh in medieval times?
[A] Suryavanshis
[B] Gahadavalas
[C] Chauhans
[D] Solankis
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Correct Answer: B [Gahadavalas]
Notes:
The Gahadavalas ruled major regions of Uttar Pradesh, including Kannauj and Varanasi, from the 11th to 12th centuries. Their most famous king was Govindachandra.
3. Who founded the Manda Zamindari near Prayagraj in 1542?
[A] Raja Manik Chand
[B] Raja Ram Pratap Singh
[C] Raja Gudan Deo
[D] Raja Vishwanath Pratap Singh
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Correct Answer: C [Raja Gudan Deo]
Notes:
Raja Gudan Deo, a descendant of Raja Manik Chand, established Manda Zamindari in 1542 near Prayagraj.
4. In which two cities of Uttar Pradesh are bhang shops especially licensed due to traditional consumption during Holi and Maha Shivaratri?
[A] Mathura and Varanasi
[B] Agra and Lucknow
[C] Kanpur and Allahabad
[D] Ghaziabad and Meerut
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Correct Answer: A [Mathura and Varanasi]
Notes:
Mathura and Varanasi have licensed bhang shops due to cultural and religious use during Holi and Maha Shivaratri.
5. Consider the following statements regarding glass sand reserves in Uttar Pradesh:
- Glass sand is found in both eastern and central regions of Uttar Pradesh.
- It is used in the manufacturing of optical fibers and various glass products.
- Glass sand reserves are found only in the Jhansi and Chitrakoot districts.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 2 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 2
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Glass sand in Uttar Pradesh occurs in several districts including Chandauli, Jhansi, Prayagraj, Chitrakoot, and Banda, so statement 3 is incorrect. It is used for optical fibers and glass products, and found in both eastern and central UP; hence, only statements 1 and 2 are correct.
6. Which forest reserve near Lucknow is famous for crocodile conservation?
[A] Dudhwa National Park
[B] Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
[C] Kukrail Forest Reserve
[D] Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: C [Kukrail Forest Reserve]
Notes:
Kukrail Forest Reserve, located near Lucknow, is renowned for its crocodile breeding centre and is a prominent site for conserving endangered gharials. It also manages an extensive crocodile rehabilitation programme, making it unique among Uttar Pradesh’s wildlife reserves.
7. Which site is believed to be Draupadi’s birthplace?
[A] Mathura
[B] Kampilya
[C] Ayodhya
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: B [Kampilya]
Notes:
Kampilya, in present-day Uttar Pradesh, was the capital of southern Panchala and is mentioned in the Mahabharata as Draupadi’s birthplace. It is one of the 16 Mahasatis’ significant sites in Indian mythology.
8. Who built Malcha Mahal near Raisina Hill in 1325?
[A] Firuz Shah Tughlaq
[B] Babur
[C] Akbar
[D] Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: A [Firuz Shah Tughlaq]
Notes:
Malcha Mahal, near Raisina Hill, was built in 1325 by Firuz Shah Tughlaq as a hunting lodge during the Tughlaq dynasty rule in Delhi.
9. To which dynasty did Shankaragana III, the ruler of Tripuri, belong?
[A] Gurjara-Pratihara Dynasty
[B] Chandela Dynasty
[C] Kalachuri Dynasty
[D] Paramara Dynasty
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Correct Answer: C [Kalachuri Dynasty]
Notes:
Shankaragana III was a Kalachuri ruler of Tripuri who defeated Gurjara-Pratihara king Vijayapala but died fighting the Chandelas.
10. Who was the BJP leader from Uttar Pradesh who served as a cabinet minister under Chief Minister Kalyan Singh during 1991-92?
[A] Aizaz Rizvi
[B] Kalraj Mishra
[C] Rajnath Singh
[D] Murli Manohar Joshi
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Correct Answer: A [Aizaz Rizvi]
Notes:
Aizaz Rizvi was a BJP leader from Uttar Pradesh and cabinet minister under Kalyan Singh (1991-92).
