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 statement is true about Kushinagar’s Parinirvana Stupa?
[A] The Parinirvana Stupa was excavated by Carlleyle in 1876, revealing a copper plate with the Nidana Sutra text.
[B] The Ramagrama stupa in Nepal is the only intact stupa containing relics of the Buddha.
[C] The reclining Buddha statue in the Parinirvana Temple is carved from a single block of red sandstone.
[D] A 3-meter tall seated Buddha statue carved from blue stone represents the Buddha in bhumi sparsh mudra.
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Correct Answer: A [The Parinirvana Stupa was excavated by Carlleyle in 1876, revealing a copper plate with the Nidana Sutra text.]
Notes:
In 1876, archaeologist Carlleyle excavated the Parinirvana Stupa at Kushinagar and discovered a copper plate bearing the Nidana Sutra text, one of the important early epigraphic evidences from the site.
2. Which Amavasu dynasty descendant founded the city of Kannauj?
[A] Vishvamitra
[B] Kanyakubja
[C] Vasu
[D] Amavasu
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Correct Answer: B [Kanyakubja]
Notes:
Kanyakubja, son of Amavasu, established Kannauj. Kannauj is an ancient city in Uttar Pradesh historically significant as a major center during classical and medieval periods, and it has been known by different names including Kanyakubja in ancient texts.
3. What was the capital city of the ancient Kosala kingdom located in present-day Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Ayodhya
[B] Lucknow
[C] Varanasi
[D] Kanpur
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Correct Answer: A [Ayodhya]
Notes:
Ayodhya was the capital of Kosala; ruled by Rama, located in present-day Uttar Pradesh.
4. Which physical division of Uttar Pradesh shows the greatest variation in altitude?
[A] Gangetic Plain
[B] Terai Region
[C] Plateau Region of the South
[D] Doab Region
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Correct Answer: C [Plateau Region of the South]
Notes:
The Plateau Region of the South features altitude variation from 300 m to 600 m due to hill ranges like Kaimur and Sonakar, unlike the state’s flatter regions.
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. Who was Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court before D.Y. Chandrachud?
[A] Syed Rafat Alam
[B] Shiva Kirti Singh
[C] Dilip Babasaheb Bhosale
[D] Govind Mathur
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Correct Answer: B [Shiva Kirti Singh]
Notes:
Justice Shiva Kirti Singh served as Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court from 2012-2013, immediately before Justice D.Y. Chandrachud. He was later elevated to the Supreme Court, reflecting the practice of promoting experienced High Court judges to apex judiciary positions in India.
7. Which tradition typically initiates performances in the Agra gharana?
[A] Nom-Tom Alaap
[B] Tarana
[C] Thumri
[D] Tappa
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Correct Answer: A [Nom-Tom Alaap]
Notes:
Agra gharana begins khayal performances with nom-tom alaap, improvising with abstract syllables. This tradition is unique to Agra gharana, distinguishing it from others that usually start with bandish. The style enhances rhythmic patterns and vocal range, reflecting dhrupad influences in khayal singing.
8. Who led the 1857 sepoy rebellion at Cawnpore?
[A] Tatya Tope
[B] Nana Sahib
[C] Rani Lakshmibai
[D] Bahadur Shah Zafar
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Correct Answer: B [Nana Sahib]
Notes:
Nana Sahib was the chief leader of the 1857 rebellion at Cawnpore, aiming to revive Maratha rule. He was supported by Tatya Tope and other local leaders.
9. From which saint do the Abdullapur Sayyids trace their descent?
[A] Sayyid Salar Masud
[B] Jalaluddin Surkh-Posh Bukhari
[C] Sultan Iltutmish
[D] Sayyid Barha
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Correct Answer: B [Jalaluddin Surkh-Posh Bukhari]
Notes:
Abdullapur Sayyids descend from saint Jalaluddin Surkh-Posh Bukhari, a revered figure linked to the Sayyid lineage in Uttar Pradesh.
10. Who led the post-incident inquiry following the 1954 Kumbh Mela crowd crush in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Justice Kamala Kant Verma
[B] Justice Raghunath Singh
[C] Justice Harish Chandra
[D] Justice Anil Kumar
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Correct Answer: A [Justice Kamala Kant Verma]
Notes:
Justice Kamala Kant Verma led the inquiry improving future crowd management after the 1954 Prayagraj Kumbh Mela tragedy.
