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 Uttar Pradesh city’s fort was inspired by a goat and wolf legend?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Etawah
[C] Lucknow
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: B [Etawah]
Notes:
Etawah Fort was built by King Sumershah after witnessing a goat and wolf drink together, an omen of peace and harmony, making Etawah unique in Uttar Pradesh folklore and history.
2. Who was the first wife of Gangadhar Rao Newalkar of Jhansi?
[A] Manikarnika Tambe
[B] Ramabai
[C] Anand Rao
[D] Lakshmibai
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Correct Answer: B [Ramabai]
Notes:
Ramabai was Gangadhar Rao’s first wife. She died soon after marriage, before he married Manikarnika Tambe, who became Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi.
3. Which of the following sites in Uttar Pradesh is renowned for the discovery of Ashokan pillars?
[A] Sarnath
[B] Kaushambi
[C] Kushinagar
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Sarnath]
Notes:
Sarnath is well-known for its Ashokan pillar with inscriptions; Kaushambi also has a similar pillar, signifying their significance in the Mauryan era.
4. Which soil type in western Uttar Pradesh is most prone to wind erosion during summer due to its texture and local climate?
[A] Sandy loam soil
[B] Black cotton soil
[C] Laterite soil
[D] Alluvial soil
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Correct Answer: A [Sandy loam soil]
Notes:
Sandy loam soils in western Uttar Pradesh, especially around Agra and Mathura, dry up quickly in summer and are highly susceptible to wind erosion.
5. Consider the following statements regarding the Kachhua (Turtle) Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is situated in Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh.
- The sanctuary is a protected area intended for the conservation of freshwater turtles and Ganges river dolphins.
- Fishing activities are legally allowed for local communities within the sanctuary limits.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2
[C] 2 and 3
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: B [Only 2]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect, as the Kachhua Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Varanasi, not Prayagraj. Statement 2 is correct; the sanctuary was established in 1989 primarily for the conservation of turtles and the Ganges river dolphin. Statement 3 is incorrect because fishing is prohibited under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, in the sanctuary area.
6. Which river flows through both Deoria and Kushinagar districts?
[A] Rapti
[B] Rohini
[C] Chhoti Gandak
[D] Ghaghra
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Correct Answer: C [Chhoti Gandak]
Notes:
Chhoti Gandak originates in Nepal, passes through Deoria and Kushinagar districts in Uttar Pradesh, and is an important tributary of the Ghaghara River. It helps irrigation and supports agriculture in both districts.
7. Which tradition typically initiates performances in the Agra gharana?
[A] Nom-Tom Alaap
[B] Tarana
[C] Thumri
[D] Tappa
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Correct Answer: A [Nom-Tom Alaap]
Notes:
Agra gharana begins khayal performances with nom-tom alaap, improvising with abstract syllables. This tradition is unique to Agra gharana, distinguishing it from others that usually start with bandish. The style enhances rhythmic patterns and vocal range, reflecting dhrupad influences in khayal singing.
8. Which gift did Rani Bhabani give to Munni Begum?
[A] A diamond necklace
[B] A palanquin carried by 30 people
[C] A golden crown
[D] A silk robe
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Correct Answer: B [A palanquin carried by 30 people]
Notes:
Rani Bhabani of Bengal gifted Munni Begum a palanquin carried by 30 bearers, highlighting her status and recognition in Bengal’s Nawabi court. This distinguished gift reflected luxury and honor in 18th-century Bengal aristocracy.
9. Which Bundelkhand state, founded by Rai Singh, merged into Vindhya Pradesh in 1950?
[A] Chhatarpur
[B] Datia
[C] Tori Fatehpur
[D] Bijawar
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Correct Answer: C [Tori Fatehpur]
Notes:
Tori Fatehpur was founded by Rai Singh in 1812 and merged into Vindhya Pradesh on January 1, 1950.
10. Which poet-archaeologist from Pratapgarh is known as Nirjhar Pratapgarhi?
[A] Vishnu Prabhakar
[B] Rajesh Pandey
[C] Harivansh Rai Bachchan
[D] Sumitranandan Pant
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Correct Answer: B [Rajesh Pandey]
Notes:
Rajesh Pandey, from Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, uses the pen name Nirjhar Pratapgarhi and is recognized for his work as both an archaeologist and a poet.
