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 Azamgarh pottery received a GI tag in December 2015?
[A] Blue Pottery
[B] Red Clay Pottery
[C] Terracotta Pottery
[D] Black Pottery
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Correct Answer: D [Black Pottery]
Notes:
Black Pottery of Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, is famous for its unique shiny black surface and silver designs. It received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in December 2015 for its traditional craftsmanship and distinctive style.
2. Hansari, historically a jagir under the Bhatelas Yadavas, is now a suburb of which city in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Lucknow
[C] Jhansi
[D] Agra
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Correct Answer: C [Jhansi]
Notes:
Hansari is now a suburb of Jhansi and was historically a jagir under the Bhatelas Yadavas.
3. Who founded the historic city of Farrukhabad in 1714?
[A] Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula
[B] Shivaji Maharaj
[C] Raja Man Singh
[D] Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash
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Correct Answer: D [Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash]
Notes:
Farrukhabad was established in 1714 by Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash, an important 18th-century commercial center in Uttar Pradesh.
4. Which ancient kingdom, recognized as the first state-level society in northern Iron Age India, encompassed parts of present-day Haryana, Delhi, and western Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Magadha Kingdom
[B] Vatsa Kingdom
[C] Salva Kingdom
[D] Kuru Kingdom
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Correct Answer: D [Kuru Kingdom]
Notes:
Kuru Kingdom (c. 1200–900 BCE) was the earliest state-level society in northern Iron Age India, covering Haryana, Delhi, and western Uttar Pradesh, linked to Painted Grey Ware culture and early Vedic Brahmanism.
5. In which city is the Vir Bahadur Singh Planetarium located?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Varanasi
[C] Kanpur
[D] Gorakhpur
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Correct Answer: D [Gorakhpur]
Notes:
Located in Gorakhpur, UP, the planetarium features an 18m dome and advanced digital technology.
6. Why is Bhabar soil, found near Himalayan rivers, generally unsuitable for agriculture?
[A] It contains high levels of clay, making plowing difficult.
[B] It frequently gets waterlogged due to poor drainage.
[C] It is extremely porous, causing water to drain quickly beyond plant root reach.
[D] It is highly acidic, affecting crop growth adversely.
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Correct Answer: C [It is extremely porous, causing water to drain quickly beyond plant root reach.]
Notes:
Bhabar soil is coarse and porous, leading to rapid water percolation and lack of moisture retention for crops.
7. Consider the following statements regarding Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is the largest sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh.
- It spans over five districts in the state.
- It is part of the Eastern Ghats biodiversity zone.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1 and 2
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest in Uttar Pradesh and spans across Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Ghaziabad, Bijnor, and Amroha districts. Statement 3 is incorrect because the sanctuary is located in the Ganga plains of Uttar Pradesh, not in the Eastern Ghats biodiversity zone.
8. By the end of 2025, what is the projected total power generation capacity (in MW) of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 27,184
[B] 24,868
[C] 30,000
[D] 32,210
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Correct Answer: A [27,184]
Notes:
With projects like the Panki extension and Ghatampur power units completed, Uttar Pradesh’s total generation capacity is projected to reach 27,184 MW by the end of 2025.
9. Which mineral is primarily used in Uttar Pradesh power plants for Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) units to control SO₂ emissions?
[A] Limestone
[B] Granite
[C] Silica sand
[D] Dolomite
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Correct Answer: D [Dolomite]
Notes:
Dolomite is widely used in FGD units of power plants in Uttar Pradesh for effective removal of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) from exhaust gases. It acts as a sorbent in wet and dry scrubbing processes during desulphurization.
10. Who published the Tatvabodhini magazine in 1856 from Agra?
[A] Munshi Sadasukh Lal
[B] Taramohan Mishra
[C] Pt. Sundarlal
[D] Gulab Shankar
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Correct Answer: D [Gulab Shankar]
Notes:
Tatvabodhini was published in 1856 from Agra by Gulab Shankar. It played a significant role in spreading philosophical and Hindu religious thought through Hindi literature during the 19th century.
