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. Lok Adalats in Uttar Pradesh handle which types of cases?
[A] Civil, criminal, revenue, and family-related cases
[B] Only criminal cases
[C] Only property disputes
[D] Only administrative cases
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Correct Answer: A [Civil, criminal, revenue, and family-related cases]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh Lok Adalats handle civil, compoundable criminal, revenue, marriage/divorce, maintenance, and land consolidation cases. Their aim is speedy, affordable, and informal justice to reduce court workload and promote settlements.
32. What is the tenure of the Lokayukta in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 6 years
[B] 8 years
[C] 5 years
[D] No fixed term
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Correct Answer: B [8 years]
Notes:
The Uttar Pradesh Lokayukta Act specifies an 8-year tenure for the Lokayukta, ensuring independence and continuity in anti-corruption functions. This differentiates Uttar Pradesh from several other Indian states where the term is generally shorter.
33. The Kalinjar Fort, where Sher Shah Suri died in 1545, is located in which district of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Jhansi
[B] Chitrakoot
[C] Banda
[D] Mirzapur
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Correct Answer: C [Banda]
Notes:
The Kalinjar Fort is situated in Banda district of Uttar Pradesh. It gained historical significance when Sher Shah Suri, the founder of the Suri Empire, died here in 1545 AD due to a gunpowder explosion during a siege. The fort, revered for its architectural grandeur and strategic location, has been ruled by several dynasties including the Chandela Rajputs. Today, it stands as a remarkable monument and an important tourist destination in Uttar Pradesh.
34. When was the Quit India Movement formally proposed, and what significant event occurred immediately after its declaration?
[A] The proposal was made on 9th August 1942, followed by the call for mass civil disobedience the next week.
[B] The Quit India Resolution was passed between 7th and 8th August 1942, and mass arrests of leaders began on 9th August 1942.
[C] The proposal took place in June 1942, and British officials started peace negotiations immediately.
[D] The movement was declared on 15th August 1942, followed by immediate nationwide strikes.
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Correct Answer: B [The Quit India Resolution was passed between 7th and 8th August 1942, and mass arrests of leaders began on 9th August 1942.]
Notes:
The All-India Congress Committee passed the Quit India Resolution in Bombay on 7-8 August 1942; mass arrests of Congress leaders began on 9th August 1942 to suppress the movement.
35. As of 2025, what percentage of electricity generation in Uttar Pradesh comes from thermal sources?
[A] 71%
[B] 78%
[C] 88%
[D] 95%
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Correct Answer: C [88%]
Notes:
In 2025, approximately 88% of Uttar Pradesh’s electricity is generated from thermal sources, mainly coal. This is significantly higher than India’s average of about 71%, showing UP’s continued dependence on thermal power and slow renewable energy adoption.
36. When was President’s Rule first imposed in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 1950
[B] 1977
[C] 1968
[D] 1967
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Correct Answer: C [1968]
Notes:
President’s Rule was first imposed in Uttar Pradesh in February 1968 due to political instability under Article 356 of the Indian Constitution.
37. Why was the Swadesh newspaper, published from Gorakhpur in 1919, notable?
[A] Sports reporting
[B] Agricultural news only
[C] Anti-India propaganda
[D] Support for the freedom movement
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Correct Answer: D [Support for the freedom movement]
Notes:
Swadesh, published in Gorakhpur in 1919, became known for its support of the Indian freedom movement and nationalist views. It played a key role in awakening public sentiment in Eastern Uttar Pradesh during the struggle for independence.
38. Which districts are part of Basti Division in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Basti, Deoria, Maharajganj
[B] Basti, Siddharthnagar, Balrampur
[C] Basti, Bahraich, Shravasti
[D] Basti, Sant Kabir Nagar, Siddharthnagar
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Correct Answer: D [Basti, Sant Kabir Nagar, Siddharthnagar]
Notes:
Basti Division comprises Basti, Sant Kabir Nagar, and Siddharthnagar districts. It is in northeastern Uttar Pradesh, near the Indo-Nepal border, and has historical Buddhist relevance.
39. Which ex-Uttar Pradesh Governor founded Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan?
[A] V. P. Menon
[B] K. M. Munshi
[C] Chandulal Madhavlal Trivedi
[D] Kamlapati Tripathi
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Correct Answer: B [K. M. Munshi]
Notes:
K. M. Munshi, Governor of Uttar Pradesh (1952–1957), founded Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in 1938. He was a freedom fighter, writer from Gujarat, and member of the Constituent Assembly. Munshi contributed greatly to India’s educational, cultural development and literary landscape.
40. Who was elected as the first Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly before independence?
[A] Rajarshi Purushottam Das Tandon
[B] Abdul Hakim
[C] Govind Ballabh Pant
[D] Sampurnanand
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Correct Answer: A [Rajarshi Purushottam Das Tandon]
Notes:
Rajarshi Purushottam Das Tandon became the first Speaker of the United Provinces Legislative Assembly (now Uttar Pradesh Assembly) on 31 July 1937. Abdul Hakim was chosen as the first Deputy Speaker. Notably, Purushottam Das Tandon is a significant freedom fighter and prominent figure in the history of Uttar Pradesh.
