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. Who built Ramnagar Fort in 1750 on the Ganges’ eastern bank in Varanasi?
[A] Kashi Naresh Maharaja Balwant Singh
[B] Raja Man Singh
[C] Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
[D] Maharaja Ranjit Singh
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Correct Answer: A [Kashi Naresh Maharaja Balwant Singh]
Notes:
Ramnagar Fort in Varanasi was built by Kashi Naresh Maharaja Balwant Singh in 1750. The fort exhibits Mughal-style sandstone architecture and serves as the ancestral home of Varanasi’s royal family, Kashi Naresh. It has historical and cultural importance in Uttar Pradesh.
32. Which city was the Gurjara-Pratihara capital in their later period?
[A] Ujjain
[B] Ajmer
[C] Delhi
[D] Kannauj
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Correct Answer: D [Kannauj]
Notes:
Kannauj became the main capital of the Gurjara-Pratiharas in their later period, after originally having Ujjain as their seat. It was a major center of power during 8th–11th centuries, especially under Mihira Bhoja and Mahendrapala I.
33. On which river are the Ram Ki Paidi ghats located in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Saryu River
[B] Ganges River
[C] Yamuna River
[D] Ghaghara River
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Correct Answer: A [Saryu River]
Notes:
Ram Ki Paidi ghats are situated on the Saryu River, a sacred river in Ayodhya.
34. Which unique architectural feature sets Akbar’s tomb at Sikandra apart from other Mughal tombs?
[A] Absence of a central dome and tiered, pyramidal construction
[B] Use of pure white marble throughout the structure
[C] Octagonal layout with identical facades
[D] Presence of extensive mirror work interiors
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Correct Answer: A [Absence of a central dome and tiered, pyramidal construction]
Notes:
Akbar’s tomb at Sikandra lacks a central dome and utilizes a unique tiered, pyramidal design, unlike typical domed Mughal mausoleums.
35. Which of the following personalities from Uttar Pradesh gave up his legal career in 1921 to join the Non-Cooperation Movement?
[A] Motilal Nehru
[B] Purushottam Das Tandon
[C] Govind Ballabh Pant
[D] Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya
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Correct Answer: B [Purushottam Das Tandon]
Notes:
Purushottam Das Tandon left his legal practice in 1921 to join the Non-Cooperation Movement and also contributed to farmers’ causes.
36. Which of the following cities is not situated on the banks of the Yamuna River?
[A] Kannauj
[B] Kalpi
[C] Kaushambi
[D] Hamirpur
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Correct Answer: A [Kannauj]
Notes:
Kannauj is situated on the Ganga River, while Kalpi, Kaushambi, and Hamirpur are located on the Yamuna River.
37. Which of the following pairs of crop and soil requirement is incorrectly matched?
[A] Groundnut – Black soil
[B] Barley – Sandy soil
[C] Rice – Clayey soil
[D] Sugarcane – Loamy soil
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Correct Answer: A [Groundnut – Black soil]
Notes:
Groundnut prefers sandy soil, not black soil; others are correctly matched.
38. According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, what percentage of forest cover in Uttar Pradesh is classified as Very Dense Forest (VDF)?
[A] ~12%
[B] ~25%
[C] ~20%
[D] ~18%
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Correct Answer: D [~18%]
Notes:
ISFR 2023 reports that Uttar Pradesh has around 17.9% (~18%) of its forest cover as Very Dense Forests (VDF). VDFs have canopy density above 70% and significantly contribute to biodiversity, climate regulation, and carbon sequestration in the state.
39. Which digital innovation is being implemented by the Uttar Pradesh Forest Department under its 2025 action plan to combat wildlife crimes and forest offences?
[A] Solar fencing around forest reserves
[B] Integrated Forest Management System featuring AI and GPS technology
[C] Drones for monitoring plantation activities
[D] Manual patrolling squads
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Correct Answer: B [Integrated Forest Management System featuring AI and GPS technology]
Notes:
UP Forest Department’s 2025 plan includes an AI-powered Integrated Forest Management System with GPS, sensor cameras, drones, and a centralized control center for real-time monitoring and detection of wildlife crimes, illegal logging, and forest fires.
40. How many Gram Sabha general meetings occur yearly in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] One
[B] Two
[C] Three
[D] Four
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Correct Answer: B [Two]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh mandates two Gram Sabha general meetings annually, usually held in May and November, to discuss development plans, approve beneficiary lists, and review Panchayat activities as per the Uttar Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act, 1947.
