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.
31. Which king’s prashasti inscription dating to 1096 CE, found near Garhwa Fort in Uttar Pradesh, mentions the worship of Rama during Ram Navami?
[A] Vishwanath Singh Deo
[B] Kirtivarman
[C] Chandragupta II
[D] Kumaragupta
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Correct Answer: B [Kirtivarman]
Notes:
The 1096 CE prashasti inscription near Garhwa Fort mentions Chandela king Kirtivarman and Rama worship during Ram Navami.
32. Why is the black soil (Kabar) of Southern Uttar Pradesh less suitable for cultivating rabi gram without irrigation, even though it retains moisture?
[A] The soil has low nutrient content needed for rabi gram.
[B] Kabar soil supports only kharif crops due to its composition.
[C] The soil develops excess salinity during winter.
[D] When dry, the soil becomes excessively hard and cracks, preventing proper germination of rabi gram without irrigation.
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Correct Answer: D [When dry, the soil becomes excessively hard and cracks, preventing proper germination of rabi gram without irrigation.]
Notes:
Kabar soil retains moisture but becomes hard and cracked when dry, hindering rabi gram germination unless irrigated and well-tilled.
33. Which of the following lakes are located in Raebareli district and share a similar location?
[A] Barua Tal and Matka Tal
[B] Sagar Lake and Pata Tal
[C] Bhugetaal and Wisaya Lake
[D] Khambhapur Lake and Kundra Tal
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Correct Answer: C [Bhugetaal and Wisaya Lake]
Notes:
Bhugetaal and Wisaya Lake are both situated in Raebareli district, Uttar Pradesh, and are known for their proximity to each other.
34. Which of the following lakes is situated in Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Belasagar Lake
[B] Surha Taal
[C] Kukrail Lake
[D] Keetham Lake
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Correct Answer: B [Surha Taal]
Notes:
Surha Taal is a prominent lake and wetland located in Ballia district, eastern Uttar Pradesh.
35. What is the headline green cover target set by the Uttar Pradesh government under its “Green Chaupal” initiative launched in 2025?
[A] 12%
[B] 20%
[C] 15%
[D] 18%
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Correct Answer: C [15%]
Notes:
Launched in May 2025, Uttar Pradesh’s “Green Chaupal” aims for a 15% green cover by 2030 through village-level community participation. This initiative is part of the state’s commitment, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, to increase forest and tree cover in rural areas.
36. Which of the following supercritical thermal power projects added 1,980 MW to Uttar Pradesh’s electricity grid in 2025?
[A] Khurja Super Thermal Power Project
[B] Meja Thermal Power Plant
[C] Obra-C Extension Project
[D] Ghatampur Thermal Power Plant
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Correct Answer: D [Ghatampur Thermal Power Plant]
Notes:
The Ghatampur Thermal Power Plant, located in Uttar Pradesh, has three supercritical units of 660 MW each, totaling 1,980 MW. Its commissioning commenced in December 2024, aiming for full operation in the financial year 2025–26.
37. Which of the following correctly describes Gulab Bari in Faizabad (Ayodhya)?
[A] It is a garden built by Asaf-ud-Daula to house the royal roses of Awadh.
[B] It is the tomb of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula, surrounded by fountains and roses.
[C] It marks the site where Lord Rama took Jal Samadhi.
[D] It is a British-era botanical garden turned heritage site.
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Correct Answer: B [It is the tomb of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula, surrounded by fountains and roses.]
Notes:
Gulab Bari, meaning “Garden of Roses”, is located in Faizabad (now part of Ayodhya district) in Uttar Pradesh. It houses the tomb of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula (who ruled from 1753 to 1775). The complex is surrounded by beautiful rose gardens and fountains, and is enclosed by Lakhauri brick walls, giving it historical as well as architectural significance. The site is notable for both its Mughal-style gardens and its history as the resting place of an important Nawab of Awadh.
38. Which one of the following Scheduled Tribes is found in the maximum number of districts in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Chera
[B] Agariya
[C] Tharu
[D] Gond
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Correct Answer: C [Tharu]
Notes:
Tharu is the Scheduled Tribe found in the maximum number of districts in Uttar Pradesh. As per the 2011 census, the total Scheduled Tribe population of Uttar Pradesh is 11,34,273, which is about 0.57% of the state’s total population. Tharu is the most populous among them, with 83,544 members, constituting 77.4% of the state’s total tribal population. Tharus are predominantly located in the Terai region, near the border areas of Nepal. Other recognized tribes in the state include Buksa, Bhotia, Jaunsari, and Raji.
39. Which Bahraich sanctuary is known for tigers and elephants?
[A] Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary
[B] Dudhwa National Park
[C] Pilibhit Tiger Reserve
[D] Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: A [Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary]
Notes:
Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, is part of the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve and is noted for its rich biodiversity, especially tigers, elephants, gharials, and rare flora. It forms an important corridor connecting several protected zones in the Terai region.
40. Who founded the newspaper ‘The Independent’ in Allahabad in 1919?
[A] Jawaharlal Nehru
[B] Bal Gangadhar Tilak
[C] Chittaranjan Das
[D] Motilal Nehru
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Correct Answer: D [Motilal Nehru]
Notes:
Motilal Nehru started ‘The Independent’ in 1919 to oppose moderate politics; it was known for radical criticism of British rule.
