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 crop was grown at Hulas archaeological site in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Barley
[B] Horse gram
[C] Wheat
[D] Maize
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Correct Answer: B [Horse gram]
Notes:
Horse gram remains were found at Hulas, indicating its cultivation during late Harappan era in western Uttar Pradesh. Hulas also provides evidence of sedentary agriculture, multi-cropping, and mixed farming, contributing significantly to the understanding of North Indian protohistoric agriculture.
32. Which Kalachuri ruler lost northern Baghelkhand to Chandela king Madanavarman?
[A] Yashahkarna
[B] Gayakarna
[C] Karna
[D] Jayasimha
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Correct Answer: B [Gayakarna]
Notes:
Gayakarna, who ruled circa 1123–1153 CE, lost northern Baghelkhand to Chandela king Madanavarman. This defeat weakened Kalachuri authority as their vassals gained independence. Gayakarna was a notable ruler of the Tripuri Kalachuri dynasty in central India.
33. Who originally built Kans Quila in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Man Singh I
[B] Raja Surajmal
[C] Shivaji Maharaj
[D] Sawai Jai Singh
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Correct Answer: A [Man Singh I]
Notes:
Man Singh I, a Mughal commander from Amber, originally built Kans Quila in Mathura. Later modifications were by Sawai Jai Singh including an observatory. The fort is named after the legendary Kans, maternal uncle of Lord Krishna.
34. Which treaty in 1816 resulted in the annexation of Kumaon and Dehradun to British India?
[A] Treaty of Amritsar
[B] Treaty of Bassein
[C] Treaty of Sugauli
[D] Treaty of Lahore
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Correct Answer: C [Treaty of Sugauli]
Notes:
The 1816 Treaty of Sugauli annexed Kumaon and Dehradun to British India.
35. Who are the traditional folk entertainers in Uttar Pradesh known for acting, dancing, and storytelling?
[A] Bhānds
[B] Naqal
[C] Bahand Pather
[D] Raslila Performers
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Correct Answer: A [Bhānds]
Notes:
Bhānds are traditional entertainers in Uttar Pradesh performing acting, dancing, and storytelling.
36. Which renowned publication, launched in 1877, significantly contributed to early nationalist sentiment in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Avadh Akhbar
[B] Hindi Pradeep
[C] Aligarh Institute Gazette
[D] Prayag Samachar
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Correct Answer: B [Hindi Pradeep]
Notes:
Hindi Pradeep, founded by Bala Krishna Bhatt in 1877, was influential in promoting nationalist ideas and shaping public opinion in colonial Uttar Pradesh.
37. Which region of Uttar Pradesh is considered to have the most favorable conditions for barley cultivation?
[A] Bundelkhand
[B] Eastern Plains
[C] Vindhya Region
[D] Ganga-Ghaghara Doab
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Correct Answer: B [Eastern Plains]
Notes:
Eastern Plains of Uttar Pradesh, including Varanasi, Azamgarh, Jaunpur, Mau, and Ghazipur, are ideal for barley due to sandy and alluvial soils.
38. In which district of Uttar Pradesh are asbestos mineral deposits found?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Mirzapur
[C] Agra
[D] Kanpur
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Correct Answer: B [Mirzapur]
Notes:
Asbestos mineral deposits in Uttar Pradesh are mainly found in Mirzapur. Asbestos was traditionally used for cement and insulation but is now controlled due to health risks. Uttar Pradesh’s other districts like Lucknow, Agra, and Kanpur lack significant asbestos deposits.
39. The Kalinjar Fort, where Sher Shah Suri died in 1545, is located in which district of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Jhansi
[B] Chitrakoot
[C] Banda
[D] Mirzapur
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Correct Answer: C [Banda]
Notes:
The Kalinjar Fort is situated in Banda district of Uttar Pradesh. It gained historical significance when Sher Shah Suri, the founder of the Suri Empire, died here in 1545 AD due to a gunpowder explosion during a siege. The fort, revered for its architectural grandeur and strategic location, has been ruled by several dynasties including the Chandela Rajputs. Today, it stands as a remarkable monument and an important tourist destination in Uttar Pradesh.
40. Which Uttar Pradesh pilgrimage covers an 84 kos route including Mathura and Vrindavan?
[A] Kumbh Mela Circuit
[B] Char Dham Yatra
[C] Vraja Mandal Parikrama
[D] Ram Janmabhoomi Circuit
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Correct Answer: C [Vraja Mandal Parikrama]
Notes:
Vraja Mandal Parikrama, a 16th-century Vaishnava pilgrimage, traverses 84 kos (approx. 300 km) around Mathura, Vrindavan, Goverdhan, and nearby sites associated with Lord Krishna in Uttar Pradesh. It is held annually and holds deep spiritual significance for Krishna devotees.
