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 National Highway connects Baghpat and Saharanpur through Baraut and Shamli in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] NH-219
[B] NH-709B
[C] NH-24
[D] NH-709AD
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Correct Answer: B [NH-709B]
Notes:
NH-709B begins at Loni (Delhi) and passes through Baghpat, Baraut, and Shamli, ending at Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh. It is a significant state highway in western UP.
32. Consider the following pairs of districts and their famous landmarks in Uttar Pradesh:
- Ghazipur – Tomb of Lord Cornwallis
- Jaunpur – Atala Masjid
- Varanasi – Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Which of the pairs given above is / are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] 1, 2 and 4
[C] All are correct
[D] Only 1 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [All are correct]
Notes:
Ghazipur is known for the Tomb of Lord Cornwallis, Jaunpur for its Atala Masjid, and Varanasi for the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple. All these landmarks are correctly matched with their respective districts and are prominent heritage sites in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
33. 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.
34. Which part of Jodha Bai Mahal reflects Rajput architectural style?
[A] Mughal arches
[B] Islamic minarets
[C] Eastern gateway
[D] Persian domes
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Correct Answer: C [Eastern gateway]
Notes:
The eastern gateway displays Rajput architecture through chhatris and jharokhas, linking Jodha Bai Mahal to Rajasthan’s historic design features typical of Rajputana palaces.
35. Who became Nawab of Rampur after the First Rohilla War in 1774?
[A] Ghulam Muhammad Khan
[B] Muhammad Ali Khan
[C] Faizullah Khan
[D] Shuja-ud-Daula
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Correct Answer: C [Faizullah Khan]
Notes:
Faizullah Khan was installed as the first Nawab of Rampur in 1774 after the defeat of the Rohillas and annexation of their territory following the First Rohilla War. He founded the princely state of Rampur under British suzerainty.
36. Who led the Rohilkhand chiefs after Ali Mohammed Khan’s death in 1748?
[A] Hafiz Rahmat Khan
[B] Najib ad-Dawlah
[C] Faizullah Khan
[D] Dundy Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Hafiz Rahmat Khan]
Notes:
Hafiz Rahmat Khan became the chief of Rohilkhand after Ali Mohammed Khan in 1748, but the territory’s unity weakened as several independent Rohilla leaders emerged.
37. What is the planned capacity of the Lalitpur Thermal Power Station located in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 1320 MW
[B] 4000 MW
[C] 3000 MW
[D] 1980 MW
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Correct Answer: D [1980 MW]
Notes:
Lalitpur Thermal Power Station in Uttar Pradesh has an installed capacity of 1980 MW, composed of 3 units of 660 MW each. It is a coal-based plant under the Mahroni Energy Park, developed to enhance regional power supply and contribute to local economic growth.
38. Who performed at Uttar Pradesh’s first Doordarshan cultural telecast?
[A] Ustad Bismillah Khan
[B] Ravi Shankar
[C] Birju Maharaj
[D] Hari Prasad Chaurasia
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Correct Answer: A [Ustad Bismillah Khan]
Notes:
The inaugural Doordarshan cultural telecast in Uttar Pradesh featured Ustad Bismillah Khan on Shehnai on 27th November 1975, representing the state’s classical music tradition.
39. Which is the largest tribe of Uttar Pradesh? [UPPSC 2014, 15]
[A] Sahariya
[B] Tharu
[C] Gond
[D] Bhoksa
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Correct Answer: B [Tharu]
Notes:
The Tharu are the largest Scheduled Tribe in Uttar Pradesh, mainly inhabiting districts like Bahraich, Shravasti, Lakhimpur Kheri, and Maharajganj. Tharus are traditionally agriculturalists, known for their unique culture and customs, resistance to malaria, and high social status of women. They practice both Hinduism and animistic traditions, and are indigenous to the Terai region bordering Nepal.
40. Consider the following statements regarding Itimad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb:
- It was commissioned by Nur Jahan in memory of her father.
- It is the first Mughal monument built entirely of white marble.
- It follows a charbagh layout on the Yamuna riverbank.
- It is crowned by a large central bulbous dome.
Which of the above statements are correct?
[A] 1, 2, and 3 only
[B] 1 and 4 only
[C] 2, 3, and 4 only
[D] 1, 2, 3, and 4
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Correct Answer: A [1, 2, and 3 only]
Notes:
Itimad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb was commissioned by Nur Jahan for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg and constructed between 1622–1628. It was the first Mughal tomb built fully of white marble and exhibits a charbagh garden layout on the Yamuna’s bank. Unlike later tombs, it has no large central dome; instead, it features domed chhatris, making statement 4 incorrect.
