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 initiative was launched by K.M. Munshi in 1950 for tree plantation?
[A] Van Mahotsav
[B] Green India Mission
[C] National Afforestation Programme
[D] Tree Plantation Drive
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Correct Answer: A [Van Mahotsav]
Notes:
Van Mahotsav, started by K.M. Munshi in 1950, is a week-long festival to promote tree plantation and environmental conservation across India.
2. Who was the king of Nishadha in the Nala-Damayanti episode?
[A] Pushkara
[B] Nala
[C] Rituparna
[D] Bhima
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Correct Answer: B [Nala]
Notes:
Nala ruled Nishadha in the Mahabharata’s Nala-Damayanti episode. He lost his kingdom to Pushkara and later regained it with Damayanti’s support. Nala is famous for his culinary and charioteering skills and is considered an ideal king and husband in Indian epics.
3. Who commanded Mughal forces in the Battle of Khanwa, 1527?
[A] Babur
[B] Akbar
[C] Humayun
[D] Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: A [Babur]
Notes:
Babur led the Mughals to victory over Rana Sanga at Khanwa in 1527, strengthening Mughal rule in North India and establishing his supremacy among regional rulers.
4. Which city is recognized as a UNESCO City of Music?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Varanasi
[C] Allahabad
[D] Kanpur
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Correct Answer: B [Varanasi]
Notes:
Varanasi, renowned for the Benares tabla gharana, was designated UNESCO City of Music in 2015. It has profound ties to Indian classical music with legends like Ravi Shankar and Bismillah Khan hailing from here.
5. What is the capital city of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Kanpur
[C] Prayagraj
[D] Lucknow
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Correct Answer: D [Lucknow]
Notes:
Lucknow is the administrative capital; Prayagraj is the judicial capital of Uttar Pradesh.
6. Who was the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh who launched the Halla Bol campaign in 1994 against major Hindi newspapers?
[A] Mulayam Singh Yadav
[B] Kalyan Singh
[C] Mayawati
[D] Rajnath Singh
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Correct Answer: A [Mulayam Singh Yadav]
Notes:
Mulayam Singh Yadav initiated Halla Bol in 1994 targeting Dainik Jagran and Amar Ujala during anti-reservation protests.
7. In Uttar Pradesh, during which months does the Rabi (winter) cropping season receive the most beneficial rainfall?
[A] March and April
[B] November and December
[C] January and February
[D] May and June
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Correct Answer: C [January and February]
Notes:
January and February rainfall from Western Disturbances is vital for Rabi crops like wheat and mustard in Uttar Pradesh.
8. What is the solar energy generation target set by Uttar Pradesh to be achieved by 2027?
[A] 22,000 MW
[B] 10,700 MW
[C] 84,000 MW
[D] 500 GW
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Correct Answer: A [22,000 MW]
Notes:
Under the Uttar Pradesh Solar Energy Policy 2022, the state has set a target to achieve 22,000 MW of solar energy generation by 2026–27 to boost renewable power capacity in the region.
9. On which date did Uttar Pradesh become a state of India?
[A] 15th August 1947
[B] 1st November 1956
[C] 24th January 1950
[D] 26th January 1950
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Correct Answer: C [24th January 1950]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh was officially granted statehood on 24th January 1950, two days prior to India’s Republic Day. It was earlier known as United Provinces and was renamed as Uttar Pradesh.
10. Which statement about Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council is correct?
[A] It is directly elected by citizens
[B] It is a permanent body
[C] It can be dissolved every 6 years
[D] It has 404 members
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Correct Answer: B [It is a permanent body]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) is a permanent chamber; it cannot be dissolved. Instead, one-third of its members retire every two years. Unlike the Legislative Assembly, its membership and election process are distinct and it does not have 404 members.
