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. Under which act was the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation established?
[A] Uttar Pradesh Nagar Palika Act, 1960
[B] Uttar Pradesh Municipalities Act, 1916
[C] Uttar Pradesh Urban Development Act, 1973
[D] Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Act, 1959
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Correct Answer: D [Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Act, 1959]
Notes:
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation was established under the Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation Act, 1959.
32. Which ancient city in Uttar Pradesh was renowned from the 2nd century BCE for pioneering devotional icons in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism?
[A] Mathura
[B] Varanasi
[C] Ayodhya
[D] Kanpur
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Correct Answer: A [Mathura]
Notes:
Mathura was a major artistic center from 2nd century BCE, known for early devotional icons across Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, producing influential red sandstone sculptures.
33. Consider the following statements regarding the geographical boundaries of Uttar Pradesh:
- Uttar Pradesh shares its borders with 8 Indian states and 1 Union Territory.
- Its northern boundary is marked by the Vindhya ranges.
- The total area of Uttar Pradesh is about 10% of India’s total area.
- The eastern boundary of Uttar Pradesh is formed by the Yamuna river.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] 1 and 3
[C] 1, 3 and 4
[D] 2 and 4
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:Only statement 1 is correct:
- Uttar Pradesh shares borders with 8 Indian states and 1 Union Territory (Delhi).
- Statement 2 is incorrect; the northern boundary has the Shivalik ranges, not Vindhya.
- Statement 3 is wrong; UP accounts for about 7.33% of India’s area.
- Statement 4 is incorrect; its eastern boundary is defined mainly by the Gandak river, not the Yamuna.
34. Which of the following forest schemes is being supported by NABARD in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Agroforestry Mission
[B] Hi-tech Nursery Scheme
[C] Tree Promotion Scheme
[D] Joint Forest Management Scheme
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Correct Answer: C [Tree Promotion Scheme]
Notes:
The Tree Promotion Scheme, supported by NABARD in Uttar Pradesh, focuses on high-quality tree plantation, clone propagation laboratories, and advanced nursery technology to boost afforestation and sustainable forestry development in the state.
35. Consider the following statements regarding Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is the largest wildlife sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh.
- It spreads across five districts of western Uttar Pradesh.
- It is primarily a wetland protected under the Ramsar Convention.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 2
[C] Only 2 and 3
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary is the largest in Uttar Pradesh, covering about 2073 sq km across the districts of Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Ghaziabad, Bijnor, and Amroha. Statement 3 is incorrect as the sanctuary is not a Ramsar wetland site and is not protected under the Ramsar Convention.
36. 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.
37. Which division of Uttar Pradesh lacks an international border?
[A] Gorakhpur Division
[B] Devipatan Division
[C] Lucknow Division
[D] Bareilly Division
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Correct Answer: C [Lucknow Division]
Notes:
Lucknow Division is centrally located in Uttar Pradesh and does not border any other country. Gorakhpur and Devipatan touch Nepal; Bareilly is close to the northern fringe. This makes Lucknow Division the only non-bordering international division among the options.
38. Consider the following pairs of rivers and their associated districts:
- Pahuj – Jhansi
- Jamni – Lalitpur
- Beta – Jalaun
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] 1, 2 and 3
[C] Only 2 and 3
[D] Only 1 and 3
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Correct Answer: B [1, 2 and 3]
Notes:
All three pairs are correct: Pahuj flows through Jhansi and forms part of Jalaun’s boundary. Jamni, a tributary of Betwa, passes through Lalitpur district. Beta, a tributary of the Yamuna, forms the southern boundary of Jalaun district. Thus, 1, 2 and 3 are correctly matched.
39. Which Lucknow structure, started by Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah, remains four storeys tall?
[A] Satkhanda
[B] Bara Imambara
[C] Rumi Darwaza
[D] Chota Imambara
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Correct Answer: A [Satkhanda]
Notes:
Satkhanda in Lucknow was built by Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah in 1837. Planned for seven storeys as a watchtower, construction ceased at four due to his death. Its incomplete structure is a notable blend of architecture, rare for its intended seven-storey design but halted prematurely.
40. Who introduced Kos Minars along the Grand Trunk Road in the 16th century?
[A] Akbar
[B] Sher Shah Suri
[C] Babur
[D] Humayun
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Correct Answer: B [Sher Shah Suri]
Notes:
Sher Shah Suri built Kos Minars as milestones every 3.22 km along the Grand Trunk Road to aid travelers’ navigation; these were further emphasized under Akbar’s reign later.
