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. The Battle of Chandawar in 1194 AD resulted in the end of which Indian dynasty?
[A] Chauhans
[B] Chalukyas
[C] Gahadavalas
[D] Palas
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Correct Answer: C [Gahadavalas]
Notes:
The Gahadavala dynasty ended after its last ruler, Jayachandra, was killed by Muhammad Ghori in the 1194 Battle of Chandawar.
2. Who commanded the rebel side in the Second Battle of Cawnpore, 1857?
[A] Tantya Tope
[B] Nana Sahib
[C] Sir Colin Campbell
[D] Begum Hazrat Mahal
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Correct Answer: B [Nana Sahib]
Notes:
Nana Sahib led rebels in the Second Battle of Cawnpore, 1857, during the Indian Rebellion; British commander was Sir Colin Campbell. Tantya Tope supported Nana Sahib but was not the chief commander at Cawnpore. Nana Sahib’s leadership marked a key phase of the revolt in present-day Uttar Pradesh.
3. 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.
4. Charkula folk dance of Uttar Pradesh is performed to celebrate the birth of which deity?
[A] Lord Krishna
[B] Lord Rama
[C] Radha
[D] Hanuman
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Correct Answer: C [Radha]
Notes:
Charkula dance celebrates Radha’s birth and Krishna’s victory over Indra, performed in Braj region of Uttar Pradesh.
5. 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.
6. Which Mughal prince, renowned for his interest in architecture and mysticism, made significant contributions to cultural sites in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Aurangzeb
[B] Bahadur Shah I
[C] Shah Shuja
[D] Dara Shikoh
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Correct Answer: D [Dara Shikoh]
Notes:
Dara Shikoh, eldest son of Shah Jahan, was noted for promoting Sufi culture, translating Hindu scriptures into Persian, and patronizing spiritual and cultural sites in Uttar Pradesh.
7. Which of the following water bodies is incorrectly matched with its location in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Belasagar – Mahoba
[B] Keetham – Agra
[C] Radhakund – Jhansi
[D] Barua Sagar – Jhansi
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Correct Answer: C [Radhakund – Jhansi]
Notes:
Radhakund is located in Mathura, not Jhansi. The other matches are correct.
8. Which amendment granted constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions?
[A] 42nd Amendment
[B] 61st Amendment
[C] 86th Amendment
[D] 73rd Amendment
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Correct Answer: D [73rd Amendment]
Notes:
The 73rd Amendment Act, 1992 gave constitutional recognition to Panchayati Raj Institutions, adding Part IX and the Eleventh Schedule, and mandated a three-tier system of local rural governance across India, except certain states and areas. It aimed to strengthen grassroots democracy.
9. Consider the following pairs relating to the ‘One District One Product’ programme in Uttar Pradesh:
- Gautam Buddh Nagar – Readymade Garments
- Amethi – Moonj Products
- Agra – Leather Products
- Baghpat – Wooden Toys
Which of the above pairs is/are NOT correctly matched?
[A] 1, 2 & 3
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 3 & 4
[D] Only 4
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Correct Answer: A [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Baghpat is not associated with Wooden Toys in the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme; instead, it is known for Home Furnishing. Gautam Buddh Nagar is correctly identified with Readymade Garments, Amethi with Moonj Products, and Agra with Leather Products under the ODOP programme. The ODOP initiative of Uttar Pradesh is designed to promote unique, traditional products specific to each district, fostering regional specialties, generating employment, and boosting local economic development by focusing on indigenous industries and craftsmanship.
10. Which fort did Raja Nain Singh Nagar restore in the 18th century in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Agra Fort
[B] Jhansi Fort
[C] Meerut Fort
[D] Parikshitgarh Fort
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Correct Answer: D [Parikshitgarh Fort]
Notes:
Raja Nain Singh Nagar restored Parikshitgarh Fort in the 18th century; it was later dismantled in 1857 for police use.
