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. What is the major hydrological consequence of rivers such as the Gomati and Varuna, which originate within the Gangetic plain?
[A] They are non-perennial and exhibit significant seasonal flow fluctuations, impacting local irrigation schedules.
[B] They maintain year-round consistent flow due to snowmelt from the Himalayas.
[C] They form major deltas at their mouths.
[D] They cause frequent flash floods due to steep gradients.
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Correct Answer: A [They are non-perennial and exhibit significant seasonal flow fluctuations, impacting local irrigation schedules.]
Notes:
Gomati and Varuna arise from the Gangetic plain, are non-perennial, and have seasonal flow variation, with lower discharge in summer, affecting irrigation.
32. Which council tier holds independent charge of specific ministries in India?
[A] Cabinet Ministers
[B] Ministers of State (Independent Charge)
[C] Deputy Ministers
[D] Chief Secretary
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Correct Answer: B [Ministers of State (Independent Charge)]
Notes:
Ministers of State (Independent Charge) manage specific ministries autonomously without oversight from Cabinet Ministers; Cabinet Ministers lead major portfolios, Deputy Ministers assist, and Chief Secretary is a top civil servant in a state, not a minister.
33. Which city was the capital of ancient Surasena kingdom in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Agra
[C] Varanasi
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: D [Mathura]
Notes:
Mathura, on the Yamuna River, was Surasena’s capital, recognized among 16 Mahajanapadas in ancient India.
34. Which city was conquered by Pratihara emperor Vatsaraja, marking the beginning of the Tripartite Struggle?
[A] Kanauj
[B] Ujjain
[C] Thanesar
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Kanauj]
Notes:
Vatsaraja conquered Kanauj, initiating the Tripartite Struggle; he held the title Ranahastin, meaning elephant king.
35. Which Vaishnav Bairagi sect, founded by Ramananda, was allotted one-third of the disputed land in the Ayodhya case by the Allahabad High Court in 2010?
[A] Nirmohi Akhara
[B] Dashanami Sampradaya
[C] Udasin Sect
[D] Ramanandi Sampradaya
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Correct Answer: A [Nirmohi Akhara]
Notes:
Nirmohi Akhara, founded by Ramananda, claimed ancient worship rights and was allotted one-third of the Ayodhya disputed land by the Allahabad High Court in 2010.
36. Consider the following river confluence hierarchies in India:
- Manwar → Kuwana → Ghaghara
- Terhi → Gomati → Ganga
- Gambhir → Rapti → Ganga
- Kuwana → Gandak → Ganga
Which of the above hierarchies correctly represent actual river confluence sequences?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 1
[C] Only 2 and 4
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1]
Notes:The correct confluence hierarchy is
- Manwar joins Kuwana, which then joins the Ghaghara river
. Terhi does not directly join Gomati, and similar inaccuracies exist in statements 3 and 4. Thus, only option 1 correctly reflects the actual river joining sequence among the statements given. Other combinations are geographically incorrect.
37. In which rainfall zone are the Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests of Uttar Pradesh mainly found?
[A] Regions with rainfall between 50 and 100 cm
[B] Regions with rainfall less than 50 cm
[C] Regions with rainfall between 100 and 150 cm
[D] Regions with more than 200 cm rainfall
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Correct Answer: A [Regions with rainfall between 50 and 100 cm]
Notes:
Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests of Uttar Pradesh are primarily distributed in areas receiving 50–100 cm of annual rainfall, especially in the plains of the Ganga and Yamuna, including Lucknow, Unnao, and Raebareli. Common species include sal, neem, mango, and babool.
38. Which urban body governs areas with 1 to 5 lakh population?
[A] Municipal Council (Nagar Palika)
[B] Nagar Panchayat
[C] Zila Parishad
[D] Town Area Committee
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Correct Answer: A [Municipal Council (Nagar Palika)]
Notes:
Municipal Council (Nagar Palika) is formed in towns with population 1 to 5 lakhs, as per the 74th Amendment. Nagar Panchayat is for transitional areas, Zila Parishad for rural governance, and Town Area Committee for small towns.
39. Which city in Uttar Pradesh is a major Kabir Panth centre?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Agra
[C] Kanpur
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: D [Varanasi]
Notes:
Varanasi, birthplace of Kabir, has the Kabir Chaura Math, the main seat of Kabir Panth, founded by disciple Surat Gopal. It is a major pilgrimage site for Kabir Panthis.
40. Kamalini and Nalini Asthana, renowned Kathak dancers, are exponents of which Kathak Gharana?
[A] Lucknow Gharana
[B] Agra Gharana
[C] Benaras Gharana
[D] Jaipur Gharana
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Correct Answer: C [Benaras Gharana]
Notes:
Kamalini and Nalini Asthana are famous for popularizing Benaras Gharana Kathak nationally and internationally.
