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. What was the capital of the ancient Chedi kingdom?
[A] Shuktimati
[B] Ujjain
[C] Prayagraj
[D] Banda
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Correct Answer: A [Shuktimati]
Notes:
Shuktimati was the capital of the Chedi kingdom, ruled by King Uparichara Vasu, mentioned in Mahabharata and Puranas. Its location is near Banda, Uttar Pradesh, on the river Shuktimati, and is significant in early Indian historical texts.
2. Which ancient city near the Vrishni clan was a prominent center for the worship of Vrishni heroes and is linked to early Vaishnava cults?
[A] Ujjain
[B] Ayodhya
[C] Mathura
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: C [Mathura]
Notes:
Mathura, near the Vrishni clan, hosted temples and inscriptions of Vrishni heroes like Vāsudeva, evidenced by the Mora Well Inscription and Heliodorus pillar, marking it as an early Vaishnava cult center.
3. Consider the following pairs regarding leaders and their contributions during the Indian freedom struggle:
- Begum Hazrat Mahal – Led the revolt in Lucknow and declared her son Nawab of Awadh
- Nana Sahib – Revolted in Jhansi against the British
- Tantia Tope – Participated in the Revolt of 1857 and was executed in Shivpuri
- Motilal Nehru – Participated in the Round Table Conferences
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 and 3
[B] 1, 3 and 4
[C] Only 2 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 4
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Correct Answer: B [1, 3 and 4]
Notes:
- Begum Hazrat Mahal led the revolt in Lucknow and declared her son Nawab of Awadh (Correct).
- Nana Sahib led the revolt in Kanpur, not Jhansi (Incorrect).
- Tantia Tope participated in 1857 and was executed at Shivpuri (Correct).
- Motilal Nehru participated in the Round Table Conferences (Correct).
Therefore, pairs 1, 3, and 4 are correctly matched.
4. In the financial year 2024–25, Uttar Pradesh planted 32,933 hectares under the CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority) scheme. What percentage of its afforestation target did this represent?
[A] 75%
[B] 80%
[C] 86%
[D] 90%
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Correct Answer: C [86%]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh achieved about 86% of its 2024–25 CAMPA target by planting 32,933 hectares, which was the highest achievement among all states in India for that period under the scheme.
5. 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.
6. What is the maximum number of committees in a Municipal Council?
[A] Maximum 10
[B] Not more than 5
[C] Unlimited
[D] Maximum 7
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Correct Answer: B [Not more than 5]
Notes:
Municipal Councils can form up to 5 committees, ensuring specialized focus on key functions such as administration, finance, and development. This cap is mandated for streamlined governance and efficient management under municipal regulations.
7. Which river flows through both Deoria and Kushinagar districts?
[A] Rapti
[B] Rohini
[C] Chhoti Gandak
[D] Ghaghra
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Correct Answer: C [Chhoti Gandak]
Notes:
Chhoti Gandak originates in Nepal, passes through Deoria and Kushinagar districts in Uttar Pradesh, and is an important tributary of the Ghaghara River. It helps irrigation and supports agriculture in both districts.
8. Where is the Central Avian Research Institute (CARI) located?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Agra
[C] Bareilly
[D] Kanpur
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Correct Answer: C [Bareilly]
Notes:
CARI, founded in 1979, is situated in Izzatnagar, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, and operates under ICAR for advanced poultry research and development.
9. Which Uttar Pradesh city is birthplace of four Jain Tirthankaras, including Parshvanatha?
[A] Ayodhya
[B] Sravasti
[C] Mathura
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: D [Varanasi]
Notes:
Varanasi is the birthplace of four Jain Tirthankaras: Parshvanatha, Suparshvanatha, Chandraprabha, and Shreyansanatha. It is a major pilgrimage center for Jains. Other cities like Ayodhya and Mathura are also important but are not birthplace to four Tirthankaras.
10. Who became the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh after 1950?
[A] Govind Ballabh Pant
[B] Charan Singh
[C] V.P. Singh
[D] Mayawati
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Correct Answer: A [Govind Ballabh Pant]
Notes:
Govind Ballabh Pant was the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh post-republic (26 January 1950), serving until 1954. He was a key figure in the Indian freedom movement and later played an important role in national politics as Union Home Minister.
