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. Which district in Uttar Pradesh is most likely to feature Tropical Thorny Forests due to its rainfall and terrain?
[A] Pilibhit
[B] Maharajganj
[C] Jhansi
[D] Bahraich
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Correct Answer: C [Jhansi]
Notes:
Jhansi in Bundelkhand has low annual rainfall (50–75 cm) and semi-arid climate, ideal for Tropical Thorny Forests with drought-resistant species like babool, khair, and sparse grasses. Such forests are rare in the more humid districts of Uttar Pradesh.
32. Which mineral, commonly used in fertilizers, is found in the Banda and Lalitpur districts of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Bauxite
[B] Gypsum
[C] Potash
[D] Rock Phosphate
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Correct Answer: D [Rock Phosphate]
Notes:
Rock Phosphate is a key ingredient in fertilizers. Major deposits of Rock Phosphate are found in the Banda and Lalitpur districts of Uttar Pradesh, making the state significant for mineral-based agriculture. Gypsum, Bauxite, and Potash are less prominent in these districts.
33. Which mineral policy of Uttar Pradesh was developed to promote data accessibility, use of technology, and transparency in mining operations?
[A] Uttar Pradesh Mining Policy, 2017
[B] Mineral Conservation Policy, 2013
[C] Bundelkhand Mining Vision, 2016
[D] Eastern UP Mineral Policy, 2015
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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh Mining Policy, 2017]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh Mining Policy, 2017 ensures conservation, transparency, digitization, and the adoption of modern technology, aiming to make mining data accessible and operations transparent.
34. What percentage of Uttar Pradesh’s total transport network is comprised of road transport?
[A] 60%
[B] 50%
[C] 80%
[D] 70%
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Correct Answer: D [70%]
Notes:
Road transport forms about 70% of Uttar Pradesh’s total transport network, making it the primary mode for intra-state and inter-state connectivity, while the rest is covered by rail, air, and waterways.
35. From which city in Uttar Pradesh did India’s first air post service start?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Agra
[C] Lucknow
[D] Naini (Prayagraj)
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Correct Answer: D [Naini (Prayagraj)]
Notes:
The first air post service in India began from Naini (Prayagraj), Uttar Pradesh, on 18th February 1911. This event marked the world’s first official airmail flight, covering a distance of about 10 kilometers, pioneering postal aviation in India.
36. Which region was notably affected by the Upper Doab famine of 1860–1861?
[A] Bundelkhand
[B] Rohilkhand
[C] Awadh
[D] Bagelkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Rohilkhand]
Notes:
Rohilkhand, in present-day Uttar Pradesh, was acutely affected by the Upper Doab famine of 1860–61. This famine impacted multiple areas, but Rohilkhand witnessed severe food shortages, high mortality, and economic distress, marking it as one of the worst-hit regions during that period.
37. Which river valley’s dry deciduous forests extend into Uttar Pradesh and play a crucial role in tiger conservation?
[A] Ganga River Valley
[B] Narmada River Valley
[C] Yamuna River Valley
[D] Saraswati River Valley
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Correct Answer: B [Narmada River Valley]
Notes:
Narmada Valley dry deciduous forests extend into Uttar Pradesh, hosting key tiger habitats in Vindhya and Satpura ranges.
38. Who was the British general who recaptured Kanpur from Tantia Tope in December 1857 during the Revolt of 1857?
[A] Sir Hugh Rose
[B] Sir John Nicholson
[C] Henry Havelock
[D] Sir Colin Campbell
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Correct Answer: D [Sir Colin Campbell]
Notes:
Sir Colin Campbell led British forces to retake Kanpur from Tantia Tope in December 1857, ending rebel control in the region.
39. Who led the 1857 revolt in Bareilly?
[A] Amar Singh
[B] Khan Bahadur Khan
[C] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[D] Nana Sahib
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Correct Answer: B [Khan Bahadur Khan]
Notes:
Khan Bahadur Khan led the 1857 revolt in Bareilly and proclaimed himself Nawab of Rohilkhand.
40. Which Uttar Pradesh governor became Vice President and President of India?
[A] V. V. Giri
[B] Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
[C] Shankar Dayal Sharma
[D] Ram Naresh Yadav
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Correct Answer: A [V. V. Giri]
Notes:
V. V. Giri served as Governor of Uttar Pradesh (1957-1960) before becoming Vice President and the fourth President of India (1969-1974). He was originally from Odisha. His tenure in UP was during Congress rule, and he was also a prominent labor leader.
