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 Chinese traveler visited Sarnath and described the Buddhist monuments located there?
[A] Hiuen Tsang
[B] Fa-Hien
[C] I-Tsing
[D] Xuanzang
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Correct Answer: A [Hiuen Tsang]
Notes:
Hiuen Tsang visited Sarnath during Harsha’s reign and recorded comprehensive details about its Buddhist monuments and monastic life.
32. Who built the Najibabad Fort in 1755, Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Shivaji Maharaj
[B] Tipu Sultan
[C] Najib ad-Dawlah
[D] Raja Man Singh
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Correct Answer: C [Najib ad-Dawlah]
Notes:
Najibabad Fort was constructed by Mughal minister Najib ad-Dawlah in 1755. Located in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, this fort served as a stronghold during Rohilla rule and played a strategic role in Mughal military campaigns in northern India.
33. Who intervened to stop King Janamejaya’s Sarpa Satra (snake sacrifice) in ancient Hastinapura?
[A] Sage Vyasa
[B] King Parikshit
[C] Astika
[D] Takshaka
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Correct Answer: C [Astika]
Notes:
Astika, son of Jaratkaru and Manasa, stopped the Sarpa Satra to save the Nagas and restore peace.
34. Which treaty in 1816 resulted in the annexation of Kumaon and Dehradun to British India?
[A] Treaty of Amritsar
[B] Treaty of Bassein
[C] Treaty of Sugauli
[D] Treaty of Lahore
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Correct Answer: C [Treaty of Sugauli]
Notes:
The 1816 Treaty of Sugauli annexed Kumaon and Dehradun to British India.
35. Consider the following pairs regarding Mughal architecture in Uttar Pradesh and their respective builders:
- Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah — Nurjahan
- Tomb of Akbar in Agra — Jahangir
- Moti Masjid in Agra Fort — Shah Jahan
- Jodhabai Mahal in Fatehpur Sikri — Akbar
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
[A] 1, 2, 3 and 4
[B] 1, 3 and 4 only
[C] 2, 3 and 4 only
[D] 1, 2 and 3 only
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Correct Answer: B [1, 3 and 4 only]
Notes:The correct pairs are:
- Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah was indeed built by Nurjahan, wife of Jahangir.
- Tomb of Akbar in Agra was constructed by Jahangir, Akbar's son.
- Moti Masjid in Agra Fort was built by Shah Jahan.
- Jodhabai Mahal in Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar.
All pairs except the second one are correct; so, correct answer is option 2: 1, 3, and 4 only.
36. Which scheme promotes greenery in Lucknow, Etawah, Badaun, Mainpuri, Unnao and Kannauj?
[A] Tree Cover Extension Scheme
[B] Urban Forestry Programme
[C] Total Forest Cover Scheme
[D] Operation Green
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Correct Answer: C [Total Forest Cover Scheme]
Notes:
Total Forest Cover Scheme, launched in 2014–15 in Uttar Pradesh, was implemented in Lucknow, Etawah, Badaun, Mainpuri, Unnao, and Kannauj to achieve full tree cover and strengthen afforestation efforts with systematic plantation and protection initiatives.
37. Andalusite is primarily used in which of the following industries?
[A] Water filtration
[B] Pharmaceuticals
[C] Spark plugs and refractory porcelain
[D] Fertilizers
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Correct Answer: C [Spark plugs and refractory porcelain]
Notes:
Andalusite, found in Mirzapur and Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh), is mainly used in the manufacture of spark plugs and refractory porcelain due to its high heat resistance and stability.
38. The UP Public Services Tribunal was established under which Act?
[A] Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987
[B] UP Public Services (Tribunal) Act, 1976
[C] Service Matters Jurisdiction Act, 1995
[D] Administrative Tribunal Act, 1985
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Correct Answer: B [UP Public Services (Tribunal) Act, 1976]
Notes:
The UP Public Services (Tribunal) Act, 1976 enabled formation of tribunals for resolving service disputes of Uttar Pradesh government employees. It provides specialized adjudication, reducing burden on conventional courts and improving justice delivery in service matters within the state.
39. Consider the following statements regarding Sikandra:
1. It houses the tomb of Mughal emperor Akbar.
2. The site was selected by Akbar himself.
3. The construction of the tomb was completed by Aurangzeb.
Which of the above statements are correct?
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 1 and 3 only
[C] 2 and 3 only
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: A [1 and 2 only]
Notes:
Sikandra, located near Agra in Uttar Pradesh, is famous for the tomb of Akbar, the third Mughal emperor. Statement 1 is correct as Akbar’s tomb is the main monument at Sikandra. Statement 2 is also correct since Akbar himself selected the site and started the construction during his lifetime. However, Statement 3 is incorrect; the construction was completed by his son Jahangir, not Aurangzeb. Sikandra is celebrated for its blend of Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Buddhist, and Jain architectural elements.
40. Which of the following statements is true about the Mathura Museum?
[A] It is famous for bronze sculptures from the Indus Valley Civilization.
[B] It was established by the British Resident in 1820.
[C] It houses important works from the Mathura School of art from 3rd century BCE to 12th century CE.
[D] It only contains Jain and Buddhist artefacts.
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Correct Answer: C [It houses important works from the Mathura School of art from 3rd century BCE to 12th century CE.]
Notes:
The Mathura Museum, established by Sir F.S. Growse in 1874, is renowned for its extensive collection of sculptures from the Mathura School of art, spanning from the 3rd century BCE to the 12th century CE. The museum primarily features artefacts from the Kushan and Gupta periods and includes Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu sculptures. It is not limited to just Jain and Buddhist artefacts and was not established in 1820. The museum is not primarily known for Indus Valley bronze sculptures.
