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. In which city is the Sunni-Barelvi Islamic seminary Al-Jame-atul Islamia, founded in 1964, located?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Varanasi
[C] Raunahi
[D] Kanpur
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Correct Answer: C [Raunahi]
Notes:
Al-Jame-atul Islamia is located in Raunahi, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, and is affiliated with Al-Azhar University.
32. Which political party did Brijesh Singh represent in the 2012 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections?
[A] Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
[B] Pragatisheel Manav Samaj Party (PMSP)
[C] Samajwadi Party (SP)
[D] Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)
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Correct Answer: B [Pragatisheel Manav Samaj Party (PMSP)]
Notes:
Brijesh Singh contested from Sayyadraja on PMSP ticket in 2012 UP Assembly elections.
33. What was the political status of the United Provinces after India gained independence in 1950?
[A] It remained as the United Provinces under British rule
[B] It was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became a state of India
[C] It became part of Madhya Pradesh
[D] It merged with Bihar to form a new province
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Correct Answer: B [It was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became a state of India]
Notes:
In 1950, the United Provinces was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became an Indian state with the highest Lok Sabha representation.
34. Who was affectionately called ‘Chhabili’ by Peshwa Baji Rao II during her childhood?
[A] Mastani
[B] Rani Laxmi Bai
[C] Ahilyabai Holkar
[D] Jijabai
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Correct Answer: B [Rani Laxmi Bai]
Notes:
Rani Laxmi Bai, born Manikarnika, was nicknamed ‘Chhabili’ by Peshwa Baji Rao II for her playful and spirited demeanor.
35. Why is the Bangar soil of the Gangetic plains considered less fertile?
[A] Due to the presence of kankar (calcareous concretions) and nutrient depletion
[B] Because it is frequently waterlogged
[C] Because it contains excessive organic matter
[D] Because it is recently deposited and immature
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Correct Answer: A [Due to the presence of kankar (calcareous concretions) and nutrient depletion]
Notes:
Bangar soil is older alluvium, containing kankar (calcareous concretions), and has lost nutrients over time, making it less fertile.
36. Which of the following lakes is situated in Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Belasagar Lake
[B] Surha Taal
[C] Kukrail Lake
[D] Keetham Lake
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Correct Answer: B [Surha Taal]
Notes:
Surha Taal is a prominent lake and wetland located in Ballia district, eastern Uttar Pradesh.
37. Consider the following statements regarding maize cultivation in Uttar Pradesh:
- Maize is grown only during the monsoon season in Uttar Pradesh.
- Mainpuri is the leading maize-producing district in the state.
- Uttar Pradesh ranks second in maize production in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 2
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2]
Notes:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Maize is cultivated in Uttar Pradesh throughout the year, not just during the monsoon.
- Statement 2 is correct: Mainpuri is recognized as the leading maize-producing district in the state.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Uttar Pradesh ranks third, not second, in maize production in India.
Hence, only statement 2 is correct.
38. Consider the following minerals found in Uttar Pradesh:
- Dolomite
- Marble
- Diamond
- Pyrites Rock
Which of the above minerals are present in both Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] 2, 3 and 4 only
[C] 1, 3 and 4 only
[D] 1, 2 and 4 only
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 and 4 only]
Notes:
Dolomite, Marble, and Pyrites Rock are all found in both Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts. Diamond, however, is not present in Sonbhadra; it is found in Mirzapur and Banda. Therefore, the correct answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.
39. Consider the following statements regarding Sikandra:
1. It houses the tomb of Mughal emperor Akbar.
2. The site was selected by Akbar himself.
3. The construction of the tomb was completed by Aurangzeb.
Which of the above statements are correct?
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 1 and 3 only
[C] 2 and 3 only
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: A [1 and 2 only]
Notes:
Sikandra, located near Agra in Uttar Pradesh, is famous for the tomb of Akbar, the third Mughal emperor. Statement 1 is correct as Akbar’s tomb is the main monument at Sikandra. Statement 2 is also correct since Akbar himself selected the site and started the construction during his lifetime. However, Statement 3 is incorrect; the construction was completed by his son Jahangir, not Aurangzeb. Sikandra is celebrated for its blend of Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Buddhist, and Jain architectural elements.
40. Which Greek scholar first referred to Agra as ‘Agra’?
[A] Herodotus
[B] Megasthenes
[C] Strabo
[D] Ptolemy
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Correct Answer: D [Ptolemy]
Notes:
Ptolemy, the ancient Greek geographer, made the earliest known reference to Agra in his work ‘Geographia’, recognizing it as a significant location in India as early as the 2nd century CE.
