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 of the following deities is NOT directly depicted in the Brahmana religion’s sculptural representations from Mathura?
[A] Brahma
[B] Durga
[C] Kartikeya
[D] Vishnu
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Correct Answer: C [Kartikeya]
Notes:
Brahmana sculptures at Mathura prominently feature Vishnu, Vasudeva, Surya, Durga, and Laxmi; Kartikeya is not directly depicted.
2. Who established the Rampur Raza Library in Uttar Pradesh in 1774?
[A] Nawab Wajid Ali Shah
[B] Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula
[C] Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula
[D] Nawab Faizullah Khan
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Correct Answer: D [Nawab Faizullah Khan]
Notes:
Nawab Faizullah Khan founded Rampur Raza Library in 1774. It houses rare Indo-Islamic manuscripts, miniature paintings, and historical documents, making it a significant center for research and preservation of Mughal and Awadhi heritage. It is recognized as a national library of India.
3. Which dynasty ruled Agori Fort from the 12th century for several centuries?
[A] Khayaravala Dynasty
[B] Chandel Dynasty
[C] Baland Kharwar Dynasty
[D] Chauhan Dynasty
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Correct Answer: C [Baland Kharwar Dynasty]
Notes:
The Baland Kharwar Dynasty ruled Agori Fort from the 12th century and expanded their territory in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh regions. The fort was a significant stronghold for them for several centuries in the Mirzapur-Sonbhadra area.
4. Who founded the Takmil al Tibb School in Lucknow in 1902?
[A] Hakim Abdul Aziz
[B] Hakim Ajmal Khan
[C] Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy
[D] Dr. Zakir Husain
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Correct Answer: A [Hakim Abdul Aziz]
Notes:
Hakim Abdul Aziz established Takmil al Tibb School in Lucknow in 1902, promoting Unani medicine and opposing mixing medical systems.
5. Which of the following rivers does not originate in the main Himalayan range?
[A] Yamuna
[B] Ganga
[C] Ghaghara
[D] Hindon
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Correct Answer: D [Hindon]
Notes:
Hindon River rises in the Shivalik Hills, not the main Himalayan range; the others originate from major Himalayan glaciers.
6. Which of the following is the most recently designated Ramsar site in Uttar Pradesh as of 2022?
[A] Saman Bird Sanctuary
[B] Sur Sarovar
[C] Haiderpur Wetland
[D] Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: D [Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary]
Notes:
Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary became the newest and 10th Ramsar site in Uttar Pradesh in 2022. Sur Sarovar was designated in 2020, Saman Bird Sanctuary in 2019, and Haiderpur Wetland in 2021.
7. 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.
8. Who supervised captives at Bibi Ghar during the 1857 Cawnpore Siege?
[A] Hussaini Khanum
[B] Nana Sahib
[C] Jonah Shepherd
[D] General Hugh Wheeler
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Correct Answer: A [Hussaini Khanum]
Notes:
Hussaini Khanum, companion of Nana Sahib, managed British captives at Bibi Ghar during the 1857 Cawnpore Siege. Poor conditions led to disease and suffering among prisoners.
9. Which key project did Oudh and Rohilkhand Railway complete in 1883?
[A] Dufferin Bridge over the Ganges
[B] Gomti Bridge in Lucknow
[C] Yamuna Bridge in Allahabad
[D] Ghaghra Bridge in Faizabad
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Correct Answer: A [Dufferin Bridge over the Ganges]
Notes:
Dufferin Bridge, also called Malviya Bridge, was completed in 1883 by Oudh and Rohilkhand Railway, facilitating rail and road connectivity between Varanasi and Mughalsarai across the Ganges.
10. Who co-founded the Numismatic Society of India in 1910 and was a noted Indologist?
[A] William Stevenson Meyer
[B] Sir Richard Burn
[C] Sir Herbert Risley
[D] John Marshall
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Correct Answer: B [Sir Richard Burn]
Notes:
Sir Richard Burn co-founded the Numismatic Society of India in 1910, contributed to Indian numismatics, and edited volumes of the Imperial Gazetteer of India. He was a noted Indologist and scholar of Indian history and coins.
