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 endangered animal inhabits Upper Gangetic Plains’ major rivers?
[A] Indian rhinoceros
[B] Mugger crocodile
[C] Lesser florican
[D] Ganges river dolphin
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Correct Answer: D [Ganges river dolphin]
Notes:
The Ganges river dolphin (Platanista gangetica) is endemic to the Ganges-Brahmaputra river system, classified as endangered by IUCN. It serves as an ecological health indicator and is legally protected under Indian law. Other listed species prefer different habitats outside this ecoregion’s major rivers.
2. Which Fatehpur site has two brick temples, one tilted by four degrees?
[A] Ghazipur
[B] Dhata
[C] Bhitaura
[D] Korari
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Correct Answer: D [Korari]
Notes:
Korari in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, features two Gupta-era brick temples, one notably tilted by four degrees—rare for early Indian architecture. These temples reflect advanced engineering and religious significance during the Gupta period.
3. Which university in Gorakhpur is named after a prominent Indian political leader known for his contributions to social and economic reforms?
[A] Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University
[B] Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology
[C] Maha Yogi Guru Gorakhnath Ayush University
[D] Mahayogi Gorakhnath University
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Correct Answer: A [Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University]
Notes:
Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University is named after Deen Dayal Upadhyay, a leader known for social and economic reforms.
4. What was the contribution of Kotwal Dhan Singh Gurjar during the Revolt of 1857?
[A] He organized a civilian uprising in Meerut.
[B] He led the sepoy mutiny in Kanpur.
[C] He protected British officials in Agra.
[D] He joined the rebellion in Lucknow.
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Correct Answer: A [He organized a civilian uprising in Meerut.]
Notes:
Kotwal Dhan Singh Gurjar played a key role by mobilizing civilians in Meerut to join the 1857 uprising alongside sepoys.
5. What was the primary ideological difference between the Deoband Movement and the Aligarh Movement in colonial India?
[A] The Deoband Movement promoted English education, while the Aligarh Movement promoted traditional Islamic studies.
[B] The Deoband Movement supported cooperation with the British, while the Aligarh Movement encouraged opposition.
[C] Both movements supported complete westernization of Indian Muslims.
[D] The Deoband Movement opposed British loyalty, while the Aligarh Movement promoted cooperation with the British.
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Correct Answer: D [The Deoband Movement opposed British loyalty, while the Aligarh Movement promoted cooperation with the British.]
Notes:
The Deoband Movement advocated resistance to British rule, whereas Aligarh Movement, led by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, encouraged loyalty and cooperation with the British for Muslim upliftment.
6. Who is regarded as the earliest historical figure credited with developing Khadiboli as a literary language?
[A] Munshi Premchand
[B] Amir Khusro
[C] Bharatendu Harishchandra
[D] Rahim
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Correct Answer: B [Amir Khusro]
Notes:
Amir Khusro pioneered Khadiboli’s use in literature, laying foundations for later Hindi and Urdu.
7. Which is the southernmost district of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Chitrakoot
[B] Sonbhadra
[C] Lalitpur
[D] Mirzapur
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Correct Answer: B [Sonbhadra]
Notes:
Sonbhadra is the southernmost district of Uttar Pradesh, bordering Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh.
8. Consider the following pairs regarding the characteristics of summer winds in Uttar Pradesh:
- Loo — Dry, hot wind occurring in the afternoon
- Kalbaisakhi — Pre-monsoon thunderstorm mainly in May
- Westerlies — Post-monsoon breeze
- Purba — Moist wind originating from the Bay of Bengal
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 4
[B] Only 1 and 3
[C] Only 2, 3 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 4
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1, 2 and 4]
Notes:The correct answer is option 1.
- Loo is a hot, dry, afternoon summer wind.
- Kalbaisakhi refers to pre-monsoon thunderstorms that commonly occur in May.
- Westerlies are winter western disturbances, not post-monsoon breezes.
- Purba is a moist wind from the Bay of Bengal.
Thus, only statements 1, 2, and 4 are correctly matched.
9. Among the following crops cultivated in Uttar Pradesh, which one requires the lowest average rainfall for successful growth?
[A] Wheat
[B] Gram
[C] Mustard
[D] Rice
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Correct Answer: B [Gram]
Notes:
Gram requires only 30–50 cm rainfall, less than wheat (50–75 cm), mustard, and rice (over 100 cm).
10. 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.
