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. Who was the leader of the Hindustan Republican Association involved in the Kakori Train robbery of 1925?
[A] Chandrashekhar Azad
[B] Bhagat Singh
[C] Subhas Chandra Bose
[D] Bal Gangadhar Tilak
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Correct Answer: A [Chandrashekhar Azad]
Notes:
Chandrashekhar Azad was a key leader of HRA and escaped arrest after the Kakori robbery, continuing revolutionary activities until 1931.
2. Which dynasty ruled Jaunpur as an independent kingdom and established it as a prominent center of education and culture?
[A] Lodhi dynasty
[B] Mughal dynasty
[C] Tughlaq dynasty
[D] Sharqi dynasty
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Correct Answer: D [Sharqi dynasty]
Notes:
The Sharqi dynasty, founded by Malik Sarwar in 1394, transformed Jaunpur into a major cultural and educational hub, earning it the name Siraj-e-Hind.
3. Why is Bhabar soil, found near Himalayan rivers, generally unsuitable for agriculture?
[A] It contains high levels of clay, making plowing difficult.
[B] It frequently gets waterlogged due to poor drainage.
[C] It is extremely porous, causing water to drain quickly beyond plant root reach.
[D] It is highly acidic, affecting crop growth adversely.
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Correct Answer: C [It is extremely porous, causing water to drain quickly beyond plant root reach.]
Notes:
Bhabar soil is coarse and porous, leading to rapid water percolation and lack of moisture retention for crops.
4. What was the increase in tree cover in Uttar Pradesh between the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2021 and ISFR 2023?
[A] 118.43 sq km
[B] 440.76 sq km
[C] 278.00 sq km
[D] 559.19 sq km
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Correct Answer: B [440.76 sq km]
Notes:
Tree cover in Uttar Pradesh grew by 440.76 sq km between ISFR 2021 and 2023, rising from 8,510.16 sq km to 8,950.92 sq km. Tree cover is recorded outside notified forests, including areas like farms, roadsides, and urban spaces.
5. Which is not a tourist destination in Bahraich district?
[A] Kalinjar Fort
[B] Dargah Sharif Syed Salar Masood Ghazi
[C] Katarnia Ghat Wildlife Sanctuary
[D] Mari Mata Mandir
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Correct Answer: A [Kalinjar Fort]
Notes:
Kalinjar Fort is in Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. The other sites are in Bahraich.
6. Which of the following monuments was constructed by its occupant during his own lifetime?
[A] Tomb of Akbar
[B] Buland Darwaza
[C] Gulab Bari
[D] Tomb of Mirza Ghiyas Beg
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Correct Answer: C [Gulab Bari]
Notes:
Gulab Bari, located in Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh, is the mausoleum of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula. Notably, he commissioned and oversaw the construction of his own tomb during his lifetime. This practice was prevalent among many Indian rulers, reflecting their desire to design their final resting places in accordance with their personal aesthetic and ensuring a legacy. The other monuments listed were constructed by descendants or rulers for their predecessors, not by the occupant themselves.
7. Which of the following is NOT a Central Government Programme and is instead a scheme initiated by the Uttar Pradesh Government?
[A] Ganga Expressway
[B] MGNREGA
[C] Gramin Swasthya Mission
[D] Pt. Nehru Utkarsh Mission
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Correct Answer: A [Ganga Expressway]
Notes:
The correct answer is Ganga Expressway. The Ganga Expressway is a massive infrastructure project initiated by the Uttar Pradesh government, aiming to improve connectivity and drive economic development within the state. Stretching approximately 594 kilometers from Meerut to Prayagraj, this expressway is not a Central Government scheme but a state-level initiative. It will parallel the Ganges River, facilitate trade, boost tourism, and create employment opportunities. In contrast, schemes like MGNREGA are centrally sponsored and implemented across India.
8. Which site in Faizabad is linked to Lord Rama’s ‘jal samadhi’?
[A] Bahu Begum ka Maqbara
[B] Guptar Ghat
[C] Gulab Bari
[D] Company Gardens
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Correct Answer: B [Guptar Ghat]
Notes:
Guptar Ghat, located on the Sarayu River in Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh, is revered as the place where Lord Rama is believed to have taken ‘jal samadhi’. Nearby, ancient temples add religious and historical significance to the site, making it an important pilgrimage destination for devotees.
9. The earliest known epigraphic reference to the city of Varanasi (Kashi) is found during the reign of which ruler or period?
[A] Chandragupta Maurya
[B] Gupta Empire
[C] Ashoka
[D] Harsha
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Correct Answer: B [Gupta Empire]
Notes:
Earliest inscriptions mentioning Kashi date to the Gupta period (4th–5th century CE), highlighting its importance in trade, education, and religion.
10. Which ancient city was a capital of the Kosala kingdom in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Ayodhya
[B] Varanasi
[C] Sarnath
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Ayodhya]
Notes:
Ayodhya, located in present-day Uttar Pradesh, was the primary capital of Kosala kingdom, historically ruled by the Ikshvaku dynasty and associated with Lord Rama. Shravasti also served as a secondary capital of Kosala.
