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 text is regarded as the principal source for studying the early Vedic period in India?
[A] Yajurveda
[B] Samaveda
[C] Atharvaveda
[D] Rigveda
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Correct Answer: D [Rigveda]
Notes:
The Rigveda, the oldest Veda, contains hymns and is the key source on the early Vedic (Rigvedic) period’s society, religion, and culture.
32. Which Uttar Pradesh city is known for the Hori folk song tradition?
[A] Ayodhya
[B] Kanpur
[C] Varanasi
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: D [Mathura]
Notes:
Hori is a traditional Braj folk song genre originating in Mathura, depicting Lord Krishna and Radha’s Holi festivities, and is a unique musical heritage of the region.
33. Which city, established by Emperor Akbar, is renowned for its Mughal architectural landmarks such as Buland Darwaza and Panchmahal?
[A] Agra
[B] Allahabad
[C] Lucknow
[D] Fatehpur Sikri
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Correct Answer: D [Fatehpur Sikri]
Notes:
Fatehpur Sikri was founded by Akbar and is notable for Buland Darwaza, Panchmahal, and the Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti.
34. Which lake is situated along the NH-2 (Agra-Delhi Highway)?
[A] Keetham Lake
[B] Ramgarh Tal
[C] Manasi Ganga
[D] Barua Sagar
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Correct Answer: A [Keetham Lake]
Notes:
Keetham Lake, within Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, is located adjoining NH-2 near Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
35. 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.
36. Which of the following districts in Uttar Pradesh is a major site for silica (glass) sand mining?
[A] Mirzapur
[B] Saharanpur
[C] Ghaziabad
[D] Jhansi and Chandauli
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Correct Answer: D [Jhansi and Chandauli]
Notes:
Jhansi (Mudari, Balabehat) and Chandauli (Chakia) have significant silica sand reserves, placing Uttar Pradesh third in India for glass-sand production, vital for container and optical industries.
37. Why is Mathura known as the “birthplace of sculpture in India”?
[A] It produced early images of deities like Vishnu, Vasudeva, Surya, Durga, and Lakshmi associated with the Brahmana religion.
[B] It was the first city with stone temples in India.
[C] It was the capital of Ashoka’s empire.
[D] It is famous for its terracotta pottery tradition.
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Correct Answer: A [It produced early images of deities like Vishnu, Vasudeva, Surya, Durga, and Lakshmi associated with the Brahmana religion.]
Notes:
Mathura is called the “birthplace of sculpture” for its early images of major Brahmana deities, marking a new sculptural tradition.
38. Who wrote the Mahabharata commentary Bhāratabhāvadīpa in 17th-century Varanasi?
[A] Madhusūdana Sarasvatī
[B] Vijnanabhikshu
[C] Neelakantha Chaturdhara
[D] Nilakantha Somayaji
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Correct Answer: C [Neelakantha Chaturdhara]
Notes:
Neelakantha Chaturdhara of 17th-century Varanasi authored Bhāratabhāvadīpa, an influential Mahabharata commentary from the Advaita Vedanta perspective.
39. Which mineral found in Hamirpur and Jhansi is commonly used as a soil conditioner and in cement manufacturing?
[A] Gypsum
[B] Limestone
[C] Dolomite
[D] Bauxite
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Correct Answer: A [Gypsum]
Notes:
Gypsum deposits in Hamirpur and Jhansi are significant. Gypsum is primarily used to improve soil quality in agriculture and is also an essential additive in cement manufacturing. It is less common in Uttar Pradesh compared to other minerals, making these locations notable.
40. Gautam Buddh Nagar district falls under which division of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kanpur Division
[B] Aligarh Division
[C] Meerut Division
[D] Moradabad Division
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Correct Answer: C [Meerut Division]
Notes:
Gautam Buddh Nagar, comprising Noida and Greater Noida, is part of Meerut Division, which also includes Ghaziabad, Meerut, Baghpat, Hapur, and Bulandshahr. It is an economic hub with major IT, manufacturing zones, and connects via the Yamuna Expressway.
