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 these newspapers is not published from Lucknow?
[A] Hindustan Times
[B] Navjeevan
[C] Swatantra Bharat
[D] Dainik Jagran
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Correct Answer: A [Hindustan Times]
Notes:
Hindustan Times is not mainly published from Lucknow; it is primarily published from Delhi. Swatantra Bharat and Navjeevan have Lucknow editions. Dainik Jagran also has multiple UP editions, including Lucknow.
32. In which of the following places was evidence of cotton cultivation in the Harappan era discovered?
[A] Rakhigarhi
[B] Alamgirpur
[C] Lothal
[D] Dholavira
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Correct Answer: B [Alamgirpur]
Notes:
Alamgirpur, located near Meerut in Uttar Pradesh, is recognized as an easternmost Harappan site. It is significant for providing archaeological evidence of cotton cultivation during the Harappan era—an early and rare find in this region. Unlike other major Harappan centers like Rakhigarhi, Lothal, and Dholavira, Alamgirpur’s findings show the eastern spread and agricultural diversity of the Harappan civilization, highlighting their knowledge and use of cotton.
33. 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.
34. The Satasi royal family originated from which river area?
[A] Ganges River
[B] Rapti River
[C] Yamuna River
[D] Ghaghara River
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Correct Answer: B [Rapti River]
Notes:
The Satasi royal family traces its origin to the Rapti River region in Awadh, Uttar Pradesh, India.
35. Where is the headquarters of Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited (AWEIL) located?
[A] Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
[B] Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
[C] Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
[D] Agra, Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
AWEIL was established in 2021 in Kanpur after the Ordnance Factory Board restructuring.
36. In which city was the Hindi daily newspaper Dainik Jagran founded in 1942?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Lucknow
[C] Jhansi
[D] Agra
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Correct Answer: C [Jhansi]
Notes:
Dainik Jagran was established in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, in 1942.
37. Sharma Bandhu, the renowned classical vocalists known for their bhajan and devotional music, originate from which city in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Agra
[C] Lucknow
[D] Muzaffarnagar
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Correct Answer: D [Muzaffarnagar]
Notes:
Sharma Bandhu are four brothers from Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, known for classical and devotional music.
38. Near which city is the Kada Dham Sheetla Devi Temple, a major Shakti Peetha, located?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Kanpur
[C] Lucknow
[D] Prayagraj
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Correct Answer: D [Prayagraj]
Notes:
Kada Dham Sheetla Devi Temple is situated near Prayagraj, about 70 km away, and is a significant Shakti Peetha where Sati’s hand fell.
39. Consider the following districts of Uttar Pradesh:
- Etah
- Azamgarh
- Banda
- Pilibhit
Which of the above are prone to deficiency of potash and are located in the Eastern Gangetic Plains?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 2
[D] Only 3 and 4
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2]
Notes:Potash deficiency is prominent in some districts of Eastern Gangetic Plains. Among the given options:
- Azamgarh (2) is both in Eastern Gangetic Plains and prone to potash deficiency.
- Etah (1) is not in the Eastern Gangetic Plains.
- Banda (3) lies in Bundelkhand, not the Eastern Gangetic Plains.
- Pilibhit (4) lies in the Terai region.
Hence, only Azamgarh qualifies.
40. What is the installed capacity of the Rihand Super Thermal Power Station in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 3,000 MW
[B] 1,288 MW
[C] 1,980 MW
[D] 4,000 MW
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Correct Answer: A [3,000 MW]
Notes:
Rihand Super Thermal Power Station in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, has 6 units of 500 MW each, making a total capacity of 3,000 MW. It serves as a critical baseload power project and benefits from the proximity to Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar Dam for water supply.
