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 script is used on Buland Darwaza to mark Akbar’s victories?
[A] Naskh script inscription
[B] Persian inscription
[C] Arabic inscription
[D] Sanskrit inscription
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Correct Answer: B [Persian inscription]
Notes:
Buland Darwaza’s main gateway bears a Persian inscription commemorating Akbar’s 1572 conquest of Gujarat, enhancing Fatehpur Sikri’s historical and architectural significance. The use of Persian reflects Mughal administrative and cultural preferences. No Sanskrit, Arabic, or Naskh inscriptions commemorate this event on the gateway.
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. Where is Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research headquarters located?
[A] Meerut
[B] Lucknow
[C] Kanpur
[D] Gorakhpur
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Correct Answer: B [Lucknow]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR) headquarters is in Lucknow, the capital city. Established to promote agricultural research in the state, UPCAR coordinates technological advancements, policy formulation, and implementation for agricultural growth across Uttar Pradesh.
4. Which national-level agroforestry initiative was launched in Uttar Pradesh in late 2023 to promote tree planting on agricultural lands?
[A] UP Agroforestry Policy
[B] Green India Mission
[C] National Social Forestry Policy
[D] Forest Rights Act extension
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Correct Answer: A [UP Agroforestry Policy]
Notes:
UP introduced its first Agroforestry Policy in late 2023 to integrate tree plantation with agriculture. Over 105 crore saplings have been planted on non-forest land since 2017, enhancing farmer income, soil health, and expanding green cover as part of state environmental strategies.
5. By the end of 2025, what is the projected total power generation capacity (in MW) of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 27,184
[B] 24,868
[C] 30,000
[D] 32,210
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Correct Answer: A [27,184]
Notes:
With projects like the Panki extension and Ghatampur power units completed, Uttar Pradesh’s total generation capacity is projected to reach 27,184 MW by the end of 2025.
6. Who was the first female Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Indira Gandhi
[B] Mayawati
[C] Sonia Gandhi
[D] Sucheta Kriplani
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Correct Answer: D [Sucheta Kriplani]
Notes:
Sucheta Kriplani served as India’s first woman Chief Minister, leading Uttar Pradesh from 1963 to 1967. She was elected on 2nd October 1963. Her leadership marked a significant milestone in Indian state politics and women’s participation in governance.
7. What is the elected member strength range for UP Municipal Corporation?
[A] 25–55
[B] 30–90
[C] 60–110
[D] 10–24
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Correct Answer: C [60–110]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Act specifies 60–110 as the elected member range, based on population size and area. This is unique for UP compared to many other states, ensuring adequate urban representation.
8. Which poet is linked to Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kunwar Mahendra Singh Bedi ‘Sahar’
[B] Kedarnath Singh
[C] Gopaldas Neeraj
[D] Raghupati Sahay ‘Firaq Gorakhpuri’
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Correct Answer: D [Raghupati Sahay ‘Firaq Gorakhpuri’]
Notes:
Raghupati Sahay ‘Firaq Gorakhpuri’ was born in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh. He is a famous Urdu poet and won the Jnanpith Award in 1969. His works are celebrated in Indian literature for their lyrical beauty and emotional depth.
9. Who were the descendants of Ali Mohammad Khan involved in the Rohilla Wars?
[A] The Marathas
[B] The Sikhs
[C] The Mughals
[D] The Rohillas
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Correct Answer: D [The Rohillas]
Notes:
The Rohillas, descendants of Ali Mohammad Khan, fought the British East India Company in the Rohilla Wars.
10. Which financial mechanism did Uttar Pradesh use most effectively in 2024–25 to become the national leader in compensatory afforestation?
[A] Green Climate Fund
[B] FRL
[C] SAPCC
[D] CAMPA
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Correct Answer: D [CAMPA]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh led India in compensatory afforestation in 2024–25 by utilizing CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority) funds, achieving 32,933 ha of afforestation, covering 86% of its target, primarily in Shivalik, Kashi, and Varanasi divisions.
