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. In which year was the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) established in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 1959
[B] 1960
[C] 1961
[D] 1962
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Correct Answer: B [1960]
Notes:
IIT Kanpur was established in 1960 in Uttar Pradesh and is a premier institute of national importance.
2. What is the official residence of the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kalidas Marg, Lucknow
[B] Raj Bhavan, Lucknow
[C] 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, Lucknow
[D] Ganga Bhawan, Lucknow
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Correct Answer: A [Kalidas Marg, Lucknow]
Notes:
Kalidas Marg in Lucknow is the official residence of the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, currently occupied by Yogi Adityanath since 2017.
3. Where is the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT) located?
[A] Jais, Uttar Pradesh
[B] Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
[C] Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
[D] Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Jais, Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
RGIPT is an Institute of National Importance located in Jais, Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, established in 2008 and funded by the central government and oil industry.
4. 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.
5. Which tree is most common in Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Sal
[B] Phulai
[C] Khair
[D] Neem
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Correct Answer: A [Sal]
Notes:
Sal (Shorea robusta) dominates Uttar Pradesh’s Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests, especially in the Terai-Bhabar region. These forests, with rainfall above 100 cm, also include teak, semal, and mahua. Sal is ecologically and economically significant in North India’s deciduous forest ecosystems.
6. Which of the following minerals has been discovered in the Ikauna-Dangli region of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Diamond
[B] Copper
[C] Platinum
[D] Limestone
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Correct Answer: C [Platinum]
Notes:
Platinum has been discovered in Ikauna-Dangli, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh during recent geological surveys. The region is notable for such a rare mineral find in the state, adding to its significance in India’s mineral map.
7. Which river does NOT flow in Maharajganj district?
[A] Yamuna
[B] Narayani
[C] Rapti
[D] Chhoti Gandak
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Correct Answer: A [Yamuna]
Notes:
Yamuna flows mainly through western and central Uttar Pradesh, not Maharajganj; Narayani, Rapti, and Chhoti Gandak flow across Maharajganj district, situated in eastern Uttar Pradesh near the Nepal border.
8. Which of the following best describes the outcome of the Battle of Chandawar (1193-94)?
[A] Establishment of Delhi Sultanate under Qutb-ud-din Aibak
[B] Defeat of Jaichand of Kannauj and expansion of Ghori’s control over Northern India
[C] Defeat of Muhammad Ghori by Prithviraj Chauhan
[D] Victory of Rajputs over Turks in the Doab region
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Correct Answer: B [Defeat of Jaichand of Kannauj and expansion of Ghori’s control over Northern India]
Notes:
The Battle of Chandawar (1193-94), fought near Firozabad on the banks of the Yamuna, resulted in Muhammad Ghori defeating Jaichand, the last significant ruler of the Gahadavala dynasty. This victory enabled Ghori to expand his control over northern India, removing a major obstacle to Turko-Afghan dominance. It marked a significant setback for native dynasties, thereby paving the way for centuries of Muslim rule in the region.
9. The earliest occupation at Ganwaria archaeological site is dated to which of the following periods?
[A] 8th century BCE
[B] 4th century CE
[C] 1st century BCE
[D] 3rd century CE
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Correct Answer: A [8th century BCE]
Notes:
The Ganwaria archaeological site, located in the Kapilvastu district of Uttar Pradesh, reveals evidence of continuous settlement from as early as the 8th century BCE to the 3rd century CE. Pottery fragments and structural remains at the site date back to this earliest period. Ganwaria, along with neighbouring Piprahwa, is believed to have been associated with the Shakya dynasty, possibly serving as a part of the palace complex of King Suddhodana, the father of Gautama Buddha. These findings are significant in tracing ancient Indian history and Buddhist heritage.
10. Which city in Uttar Pradesh is famed for cultural and historical heritage?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Varanasi
[C] Kanpur
[D] Ghazipur
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Correct Answer: B [Varanasi]
Notes:
Varanasi, also called Kashi, is one of the oldest inhabited cities globally, known for its spiritual traditions, ghats on the Ganges, classical arts, and ancient temples, serving as a principal cultural and religious hub of India for millennia.
