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 wildlife sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh shares its boundary with Nepal?
[A] Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
[B] Dudhwa National Park
[C] Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary
[D] National Chambal Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: B [Dudhwa National Park]
Notes:
Dudhwa National Park, in Lakhimpur-Kheri district, shares a boundary with Nepal. It forms part of the Terai Arc Landscape, enabling cross-border wildlife movement. Other sanctuaries like Chandraprabha and Chambal are far from Nepal, while Katerniaghat is close but does not directly share the border.
32. In 2024–25, what new permission was granted to Notified Private Exploration Agencies (NPEAs) by the Ministry of Mines?
[A] Apply directly to the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) for any major mineral exploration
[B] Auction their own mineral blocks without government oversight
[C] Obtain exemption from Mineral Conservation and Development Rules (MCDR) compliance
[D] Merge with government exploration agencies
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Correct Answer: A [Apply directly to the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) for any major mineral exploration]
Notes:
From June 2024, NPEAs can directly submit proposals to NMET for the exploration of all major minerals except those in Part B of the MMDR Act.
33. What is the sanctioned judge strength of Allahabad High Court?
[A] 120
[B] 160
[C] 200
[D] 100
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Correct Answer: B [160]
Notes:
Allahabad High Court’s sanctioned judge strength is 160, the highest among Indian High Courts. Established in 1866, it serves Uttar Pradesh and has its principal seat in Allahabad with a bench at Lucknow.
34. Which Lucknow palace was built by Saadat Ali Khan II in 1805?
[A] Dilkusha Kothi
[B] Chattar Manzil
[C] Bara Imambara
[D] Rumi Darwaza
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Correct Answer: A [Dilkusha Kothi]
Notes:
Dilkusha Kothi, commissioned by Saadat Ali Khan II in 1805, was designed by Sir Gore Ouseley as a hunting lodge and summer retreat in Lucknow.
35. Who founded Samthar State in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Chandrabhan Singh Judev
[B] Madan Singh Judev
[C] Ranjith Singh
[D] Bir Singh Bundela
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Correct Answer: C [Ranjith Singh]
Notes:
Ranjith Singh, formerly Diwan of Datia, established Samthar State in the 18th century. It was recognized as a princely state by the British in 1817. The state is located near Jhansi in present-day Uttar Pradesh.
36. Who is the BJP MLA from Chhata currently serving as the Uttar Pradesh Minister of Dairy Development, Animal Husbandry, and Fisheries?
[A] Satish Mahana
[B] Swatantra Dev Singh
[C] Surya Pratap Shahi
[D] Chaudhary Laxmi Narayan Singh
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Correct Answer: D [Chaudhary Laxmi Narayan Singh]
Notes:
Chaudhary Laxmi Narayan Singh, BJP MLA from Chhata, holds the portfolio of Dairy Development, Animal Husbandry, and Fisheries in UP.
37. Which prominent revolutionary from Uttar Pradesh was involved in both the Mainpuri Conspiracy (1918) and the Kakori Conspiracy (1925)?
[A] Chandrashekhar Azad
[B] Ashfaqulla Khan
[C] Ram Prasad Bismil
[D] Shivaram Rajguru
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Correct Answer: C [Ram Prasad Bismil]
Notes:
Ram Prasad Bismil, from Uttar Pradesh, played key roles in both the Mainpuri and Kakori conspiracies against British rule, and was executed for his involvement in Kakori.
38. Which type of soil is predominantly found in the Khadar region of North Indian plains?
[A] Black soil
[B] Laterite soil
[C] Red soil
[D] Fine alluvial soil
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Correct Answer: D [Fine alluvial soil]
Notes:
Khadar areas are characterized by newly deposited fine alluvial soil from annual river floods, resulting in high fertility.
39. Regarding oilseed crops in Uttar Pradesh, which of the following statements about mustard cultivation is incorrect?
[A] Mustard requires high rainfall and waterlogged soils.
[B] Mustard is grown both as a sole crop and in mixed cropping systems.
[C] Uttar Pradesh is the second largest producer of mustard in India.
[D] Mustard is cultivated in districts like Sitapur, Meerut, and Etawah.
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Correct Answer: A [Mustard requires high rainfall and waterlogged soils.]
Notes:
Mustard prefers moderate rainfall and well-drained soils, not high rainfall or waterlogging.
40. Which river valley’s dry deciduous forests extend into Uttar Pradesh and play a crucial role in tiger conservation?
[A] Ganga River Valley
[B] Narmada River Valley
[C] Yamuna River Valley
[D] Saraswati River Valley
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Correct Answer: B [Narmada River Valley]
Notes:
Narmada Valley dry deciduous forests extend into Uttar Pradesh, hosting key tiger habitats in Vindhya and Satpura ranges.
