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. What is the main objective of the Ram-Ganga Valley Scheme?
[A] Tiger conservation
[B] River pollution control
[C] Plantation and land conservation outside the Ramganga basin
[D] Bamboo cluster promotion
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Correct Answer: C [Plantation and land conservation outside the Ramganga basin]
Notes:
The Ram-Ganga Valley Scheme focuses on pasture development, land conservation, and tree plantation outside the Ramganga river basin to promote ecological balance and support local livelihoods in Uttar Pradesh.
32. Which objective of Uttar Pradesh’s revised forest policy is most directly aimed at improving livelihoods and promoting agroforestry?
[A] Development of eco-tourism sites
[B] Expansion of national parks
[C] Purchase of forest vehicles
[D] Plantation on private lands through social and agroforestry
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Correct Answer: D [Plantation on private lands through social and agroforestry]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh forest policy (2023–25) highlights plantation on private lands via social and agroforestry to enhance rural incomes, raise green cover, integrate agroforestry, and encourage sustainable farming, aligning forestry with livelihood improvement and environmental goals.
33. Who elects the Chairperson of Kshetra Panchayat in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Members of Kshetra Panchayat
[B] Gram Sabha
[C] Members of Village Panchayats
[D] State Election Commission
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Correct Answer: A [Members of Kshetra Panchayat]
Notes:
The Chairperson of Kshetra (Block) Panchayat in Uttar Pradesh is elected by its elected members as per the Uttar Pradesh Panchayati Raj Act, providing a representative structure at the intermediate rural level.
34. Which Nawab of Rohilkhand was captured by Nadir Shah of Persia?
[A] Nawab Saadullah
[B] Nawab Faizullah
[C] Nawab Abdullah Khan
[D] Nawab Hafiz Rehmat Khan
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Correct Answer: C [Nawab Abdullah Khan]
Notes:
Nawab Abdullah Khan of Rohilkhand was taken hostage by Nadir Shah during his 1739 Indian campaign after the sack of Delhi.
35. Who is commemorated at Nadan Mahal in Lucknow?
[A] Shaikh Ibrahim Chishti
[B] Nawab Wajid Ali Shah
[C] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[D] Raja Todar Mal
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Correct Answer: A [Shaikh Ibrahim Chishti]
Notes:
Nadan Mahal is the mausoleum of Shaikh Ibrahim Chishti, first Mughal governor of Lucknow during Akbar’s reign.
36. Which Mughal emperor’s visit is marked by Chaukhandi Stupa’s octagonal tower?
[A] Akbar
[B] Jahangir
[C] Humayun
[D] Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: C [Humayun]
Notes:
The octagonal tower at Sarnath’s Chaukhandi Stupa was built by Govardhan to honor Emperor Humayun’s visit in the 16th century, during the early Mughal period, making it a significant historical structure reflecting Mughal influence.
37. Who was the notable leader from Bareilly who played a key role in leading the revolt of 1857?
[A] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[B] Nana Sahib
[C] Kunwar Singh
[D] Khan Bahadur Khan
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Correct Answer: D [Khan Bahadur Khan]
Notes:
Khan Bahadur Khan, a descendant of Rohilla chiefs, led the 1857 revolt in Bareilly by establishing a parallel government and resisting British authority.
38. Who was the president of the historic 1916 Lucknow session of the Indian National Congress that resulted in the Lucknow Pact?
[A] Bal Gangadhar Tilak
[B] Annie Besant
[C] Ambica Charan Mazumdar
[D] Motilal Nehru
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Correct Answer: C [Ambica Charan Mazumdar]
Notes:
Ambica Charan Mazumdar presided over the 1916 Lucknow session, where the INC and Muslim League agreed on the Lucknow Pact to present united demands to the British.
39. What was the political status of the United Provinces after India gained independence in 1950?
[A] It remained as the United Provinces under British rule
[B] It was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became a state of India
[C] It became part of Madhya Pradesh
[D] It merged with Bihar to form a new province
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Correct Answer: B [It was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became a state of India]
Notes:
In 1950, the United Provinces was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became an Indian state with the highest Lok Sabha representation.
40. Why is the Bangar soil of the Gangetic plains considered less fertile?
[A] Due to the presence of kankar (calcareous concretions) and nutrient depletion
[B] Because it is frequently waterlogged
[C] Because it contains excessive organic matter
[D] Because it is recently deposited and immature
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Correct Answer: A [Due to the presence of kankar (calcareous concretions) and nutrient depletion]
Notes:
Bangar soil is older alluvium, containing kankar (calcareous concretions), and has lost nutrients over time, making it less fertile.
