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 ghat in Varanasi is renowned as a major cremation site with approximately 25,000-30,000 cremations conducted annually?
[A] Assi Ghat
[B] Dashashwamedh Ghat
[C] Harishchandra Ghat
[D] Manikarnika Ghat
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Correct Answer: D [Manikarnika Ghat]
Notes:
Manikarnika Ghat is the principal cremation site in Varanasi, handling 25,000-30,000 cremations yearly, making it one of the most significant ghats for this purpose.
2. Which FM radio channel was the first to operate in Agra, Faizabad, and Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Radio Mirchi
[B] Radio Mantra
[C] Red FM
[D] Big FM
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Correct Answer: B [Radio Mantra]
Notes:
Radio Mantra, owned by Dainik Jagran group, was the first FM channel in these cities, operating at 91.9 MHz and later rebranded as Radio City in 2017.
3. Which Mughal emperor’s reign saw Ghazipur in Uttar Pradesh emerge as a prominent centre for the opium and indigo trade?
[A] Akbar
[B] Shah Jahan
[C] Aurangzeb
[D] Jahangir
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Correct Answer: A [Akbar]
Notes:
During Akbar’s rule, Ghazipur developed into a notable opium and indigo trade hub due to his administrative reforms and strategic regional location.
4. What does the presence of kankar nodules in Bangar soil in Indian plains indicate?
[A] Abundant organic matter and high fertility
[B] Good drainage and acidic pH level
[C] Low mineral content and sandy texture
[D] High calcium carbonate content and poor drainage
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Correct Answer: D [High calcium carbonate content and poor drainage]
Notes:
Kankar nodules in Bangar soil signify high calcium carbonate, alkaline conditions, and poor drainage reducing productivity.
5. Since 2007–08, what has been the primary focus of Operation Green in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Building eco-education centers
[B] Urban afforestation
[C] Wildlife anti-poaching units
[D] Upgrading forest parks and awareness centers
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Correct Answer: D [Upgrading forest parks and awareness centers]
Notes:
Operation Green, revitalized in 2007–08 in Uttar Pradesh, aimed at upgrading forest parks and ‘Van Chetna Kendras’ (forest awareness centers) to promote greenery and environmental awareness through community activities in all districts.
6. What is the national rank of Uttar Pradesh (UP) in glass (silica) sand production?
[A] 1st
[B] 2nd
[C] 3rd
[D] 5th
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Correct Answer: C [3rd]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh holds the 3rd rank in India for silica (glass) sand production, behind Rajasthan and Gujarat. Silica sand is essential for manufacturing glass, ceramics, foundry products, and is also used in construction and metallurgy industries.
7. Where is the headquarters of the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Uttar Pradesh situated?
[A] Jhansi
[B] Varanasi
[C] Prayagraj
[D] Lucknow
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Correct Answer: D [Lucknow]
Notes:
The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Uttar Pradesh, has its headquarters in Lucknow. It operates with 9 regional offices and 31 district-level quarry offices across the state to oversee mining activities and geological surveys.
8. Kanpur is known as the “Manchester of the East” due to which of the following reasons?
[A] Presence of colonial-era cotton plantations
[B] Its strategic location on the Grand Trunk Road
[C] Its textile and leather industries developed under British rule
[D] It was the site of the Revolt of 1857
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Correct Answer: C [Its textile and leather industries developed under British rule]
Notes:
Kanpur is often referred to as the “Manchester of the East” because of its prominent textile and leather industries established during British rule. The city’s industrialization was mainly due to British investments in factories, especially during the 19th and early 20th centuries. This led to rapid urban growth and economic development, making Kanpur an industrial powerhouse in northern India, much like Manchester in England, which was famous for textiles. Hence, its industrial legacy earned it this distinctive title.
9. Consider the following statements regarding Western Uttar Pradesh:
- It is significantly more developed than other regions of Uttar Pradesh.
- The Green Revolution has occurred in this region.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Both 1 and 2
[C] Only 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: B [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:
Western Uttar Pradesh is more developed due to better infrastructure, industry, and higher agricultural productivity. It was a major beneficiary of the Green Revolution, particularly in wheat and sugarcane cultivation. Both statements are correct based on regional economic characteristics and agricultural history.
10. In which battle did Awadh Nawabs serve as Mughal courtiers?
[A] Battle of Buxar
[B] Battle of Bhopal
[C] Third Battle of Panipat
[D] Battle of Karnal
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Correct Answer: D [Battle of Karnal]
Notes:
The Nawabs of Awadh served as Mughal courtiers in the 1739 Battle of Karnal against Nader Shah, supporting the Mughal emperor alongside other regional rulers. Their involvement was significant in the failed Mughal resistance to the Persian invasion.
