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 primary objective of the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1955?
[A] Auctioning of river-bed sand blocks
[B] Ordering cessation of coal mining in Bundelkhand
[C] Promoting scientific development and conservation of minerals for sustainable growth
[D] Regulating inter-state mineral trade
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Correct Answer: C [Promoting scientific development and conservation of minerals for sustainable growth]
Notes:
The Directorate of Geology and Mining, Uttar Pradesh, primarily aims at scientific development, sustainable mineral conservation, exploration, and regulation of mineral-based industries since its inception in 1955.
32. Which noted Hindi author founded Hans magazine in 1930 at Varanasi?
[A] Bhartendu Harishchandra
[B] Pt. Sundarlal
[C] Premchand
[D] Madan Mohan Malviya
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Correct Answer: C [Premchand]
Notes:
Munshi Premchand started Hans magazine in 1930 at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, to foster progressive Hindi literature and social awareness. Hans remains a prestigious Hindi literary magazine. Premchand is regarded as one of Hindi literature’s greatest novelists and short story writers.
33. ‘Abhiyudaya’ publication started in 1907 Allahabad was linked to whom?
[A] Pt. Sundarlal
[B] Madan Mohan Malviya
[C] Bhartendu Harishchandra
[D] Raja Ram Mohan Roy
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Correct Answer: B [Madan Mohan Malviya]
Notes:
‘Abhiyudaya’ was started in 1907 at Allahabad under Madan Mohan Malviya, a prominent freedom fighter and educationist. He was also the founder of Banaras Hindu University and played a vital role in nationalist journalism in Uttar Pradesh.
34. Who won the Victoria Cross at the Battle of Chinhat in 1857?
[A] Major John Nicholson
[B] Captain James Neill
[C] Colonel Hugh Wheeler
[D] Lieutenant William George Cubitt
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Correct Answer: D [Lieutenant William George Cubitt]
Notes:
Lieutenant William George Cubitt was awarded the Victoria Cross for courageous actions during the British retreat at the Battle of Chinhat, Lucknow, on 30 June 1857, becoming one of the early recipients of this highest military decoration during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
35. 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.
36. Which Uttar Pradesh tribe claims descent from Matsya avatar and links to Bhils?
[A] Gonds
[B] Tharus
[C] Meenas
[D] Baigas
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Correct Answer: C [Meenas]
Notes:
Meenas, a Scheduled Tribe in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, trace descent from Matsya avatar and have historical links to the Bhils, standing out for their unique origin myth and social customs.
37. Which site in Uttar Pradesh is famous for Buddha’s parinirvana?
[A] Sarnath
[B] Kushinagar
[C] Varanasi
[D] Ayodhya
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Correct Answer: B [Kushinagar]
Notes:
Kushinagar is where Gautama Buddha attained parinirvana. It features the Parinirvana Temple, a reclining Buddha statue, and Ashoka-era monuments. It is among the four principal Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India.
38. Who was the 5th Raja of Jhansi, known for improving the state’s finances and development?
[A] Raghunath Rao
[B] Vishwanath Rao
[C] Gangadhar Rao Newalkar
[D] Madho Rao
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Correct Answer: C [Gangadhar Rao Newalkar]
Notes:
Gangadhar Rao Newalkar (1797-1853) was the 5th Raja of Jhansi, noted for financial and developmental reforms.
39. Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar, one of India’s largest artificial lakes, is created by the Rihand Dam on which river, and partially lies within which districts?
[A] Rihand River; Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh) and Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh)
[B] Kosi River; Saharsa (Bihar) and Supaul (Bihar)
[C] Betwa River; Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) and Tikamgarh (Madhya Pradesh)
[D] Chambal River; Bhind (Madhya Pradesh) and Kota (Rajasthan)
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Correct Answer: A [Rihand River; Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh) and Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh)]
Notes:
Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar is a reservoir on the Rihand River, spanning Sonbhadra (UP) and Singrauli (MP) districts.
40. Which district of Uttar Pradesh is renowned for the presence of both gold and coal reserves?
[A] Mirzapur
[B] Chandauli
[C] Sonbhadra
[D] Banda
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Correct Answer: C [Sonbhadra]
Notes:
Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh contains gold deposits in Hardi region and coal reserves in the Singrauli region. It is recognized as one of the most mineral-rich districts in the state, with significant mining activities.
