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 of the following pairs of ancient Indian works and their authors is correctly matched?
[A] Malavikagnimitra – Kalidasa
[B] Mahabhashya – Vasumitra
[C] Milindapanho – Nagarjuna
[D] Charaka Samhita – Asvaghosa
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Correct Answer: A [Malavikagnimitra – Kalidasa]
Notes:
Malavikagnimitra was written by Kalidasa; the other pairs have incorrect author-work associations.
32. Consider the following statements:
- The Chandela dynasty ruled from Mahoba and left behind significant cultural heritage in Khajuraho.
- The Gahadavala dynasty rose to prominence after the decline of the Mauryan Empire.
- Govindachandra and Jayachandra were important rulers of the Gahadavala dynasty.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] All are correct statements
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1 and 3]
Notes:
- Statement 1 is correct: The Chandela dynasty, known for their rule from Mahoba, are renowned for constructing the Khajuraho temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: The Gahadavala dynasty rose to prominence after the decline of the Gurjara-Pratiharas, not the Mauryan Empire.
- Statement 3 is correct: Govindachandra and Jayachandra were indeed prominent rulers of the Gahadavala dynasty.
Thus, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
33. In which city was BIBCOL, the PSU under the Department of Biotechnology, established in 1989?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Kanpur
[C] Agra
[D] Bulandshahar
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Correct Answer: D [Bulandshahar]
Notes:
BIBCOL was established in Bulandshahar, Uttar Pradesh in 1989 and produces oral polio vaccines.
34. What is the primary reason for the structural difference in soil fertility loss between Bangar regions and southern plateau soils of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Higher organic content in Bangar soils
[B] Presence of calcareous concretions (Kankar) and lack of renewal in Bangar; plateau soils lose fertility due to mineral weathering and leaching
[C] Frequent flooding in both regions
[D] Bangar soils being younger than plateau soils
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Correct Answer: B [Presence of calcareous concretions (Kankar) and lack of renewal in Bangar; plateau soils lose fertility due to mineral weathering and leaching]
Notes:
Bangar soils have calcareous concretions and lack natural fertility renewal; plateau soils are depleted by weathering and leaching due to their non-alluvial origin.
35. Which of the following cities is not situated on the banks of the Yamuna River?
[A] Kannauj
[B] Kalpi
[C] Kaushambi
[D] Hamirpur
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Correct Answer: A [Kannauj]
Notes:
Kannauj is situated on the Ganga River, while Kalpi, Kaushambi, and Hamirpur are located on the Yamuna River.
36. Which tree is commonly used for both construction work and making railway sleepers due to the strength and durability of its timber?
[A] Deodar
[B] Silver Fir
[C] Bamboo
[D] Date Palm
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Correct Answer: A [Deodar]
Notes:
Deodar (Cedrus deodara) produces strong, durable timber ideal for construction and railway sleepers. Native to the Himalayas, its wood resists decay, making it valuable in structural, carpentry, and architectural uses across Northern India, especially in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir.
37. Which central government scheme, launched after 2000, primarily focused on the development of village roads across India?
[A] Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gram Sadak Yojana
[B] Bharat Nirman
[C] Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
[D] MGNREGA Rural Connectivity Program
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Correct Answer: C [Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana]
Notes:
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), started in December 2000, aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to unconnected rural habitations in India, boosting rural infrastructure and accessibility.
38. In which year was the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council established?
[A] 1937
[B] 1861
[C] 1902
[D] 1950
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Correct Answer: A [1937]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council was established in 1937 under the Government of India Act, 1935, making UP’s legislature bicameral from that year.
39. Who founded the Rohilla dynasty in northwestern Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Shah Jahan
[B] Bahadur Shah Zafar
[C] Ali Mohammed Khan
[D] Safdarjung
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Correct Answer: C [Ali Mohammed Khan]
Notes:
Ali Mohammed Khan, a Jat adopted by Rohilla Afghan chiefs, established the Rohilla dynasty in Rohilkhand, northwestern Uttar Pradesh, in the early 18th century. The Rohillas became influential, and their territory later evolved into the princely state of Rampur.
40. Consider the following pairs regarding notable architectural works and their patrons:
- Jama Masjid, Jaunpur — Hussain Shah Sharqi
- Jama Masjid, Budaun — Iltutmish
- Atala Masjid, Jaunpur — Ibrahim Shah Sharqi
- Jama Masjid, Jaunpur — Ibrahim Shah Sharqi
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 3
[C] Only 2, 3 and 4
[D] All of them
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1, 2 and 3]
Notes:
- Jama Masjid, Jaunpur was patronised by Hussain Shah Sharqi.
- Jama Masjid, Budaun was built under Iltutmish.
- Atala Masjid, Jaunpur was attributed to Ibrahim Shah Sharqi.
- However, Jama Masjid, Jaunpur is not associated with Ibrahim Shah Sharqi.
Thus, pairs 1, 2, and 3 are correct, but pair 4 is incorrectly matched.
