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 was the second wife of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah of Awadh who led the 1857 rebellion against the British?
[A] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[B] Begum Rokeya
[C] Begum Akhtar
[D] Begum Sultan Jahan
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Correct Answer: A [Begum Hazrat Mahal]
Notes:
Begum Hazrat Mahal led the 1857 rebellion in Awadh, declared her son Birjis Qadr ruler, and controlled Lucknow during the revolt.
32. Which fort did Maharaja Suraj Mal capture in 1761, significantly strengthening Jat power in the Doab region?
[A] Agra Fort
[B] Kumher Fort
[C] Red Fort
[D] Mathura Fort
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Correct Answer: A [Agra Fort]
Notes:
Maharaja Suraj Mal captured Agra Fort in 1761, consolidating Jat influence in the Doab area.
33. Which electricity distribution company was established in 2003 for power distribution in Eastern Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kanpur Electricity Supply Company (KESCO)
[B] Madhyanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (MVVNL)
[C] Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (DVVNL)
[D] Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (PVVNL)
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Correct Answer: D [Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (PVVNL)]
Notes:
Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (PVVNL) was formed in 2003 for power distribution in Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Other similar entities for other regions include DVVNL (southern UP), MVVNL (central UP), and KESCO (Kanpur).
34. What is the total planned length of the Upper Ganga Canal Expressway within Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 216 km
[B] 149 km
[C] 302 km
[D] 135 km
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Correct Answer: A [216 km]
Notes:
The Upper Ganga Canal Expressway’s total planned length in Uttar Pradesh is 216 km, which includes a 149 km main corridor and 65 km of link roads.
35. Which central government scheme, launched after 2000, primarily focused on the development of village roads across India?
[A] Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gram Sadak Yojana
[B] Bharat Nirman
[C] Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
[D] MGNREGA Rural Connectivity Program
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Correct Answer: C [Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana]
Notes:
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), started in December 2000, aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to unconnected rural habitations in India, boosting rural infrastructure and accessibility.
36. Which site near Jhusi has Neolithic levels dated to 7106–7080 BCE?
[A] Sarnath
[B] Jhusi
[C] Kaushambi
[D] Hastinapur
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Correct Answer: B [Jhusi]
Notes:
Jhusi, near Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, revealed evidence of early Neolithic settlement and farming, with carbon-14 dating establishing occupation between 7106 BCE and 7080 BCE, making it one of the oldest Neolithic sites in the region. Key findings include pottery and domesticated crops.
37. Which city in Uttar Pradesh is a major Kabir Panth centre?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Agra
[C] Kanpur
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: D [Varanasi]
Notes:
Varanasi, birthplace of Kabir, has the Kabir Chaura Math, the main seat of Kabir Panth, founded by disciple Surat Gopal. It is a major pilgrimage site for Kabir Panthis.
38. Who served as the Diwan of Awadh under Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula from 1791 to 1796?
[A] Raja Tikait Rai
[B] Mirza Najaf Khan
[C] Saadat Ali Khan
[D] Wazir Ali Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Raja Tikait Rai]
Notes:
Raja Tikait Rai, a Kayastha from North India, was Diwan of Awadh (1791-1796) under Asaf-ud-Daula and known for public works and religious patronage.
39. Which districts in Uttar Pradesh had the highest and lowest child sex ratio as per 2011 Census?
[A] Lucknow and Ghaziabad
[B] Varanasi and Gautam Buddh Nagar
[C] Balrampur and Baghpat
[D] Kanpur Nagar and Sant Kabir Nagar
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Correct Answer: C [Balrampur and Baghpat]
Notes:
According to Census 2011, Balrampur district recorded the highest child sex ratio in Uttar Pradesh at 950 girls per 1000 boys, while Baghpat had the lowest at 841. The state average was 902, below the national average of 919. This reflects significant regional variance and highlights persistent demographic and gender concerns in UP’s 0–6-year population cohort.
40. The two famous assemblies of Harshavardhana were held at [UPPSC 2003, 2008]
[A] Prayaga – Thaneshwar
[B] Kannauj – Prayaga
[C] Thaneshwar – Vallabhi
[D] Vallabhi – Prayaga
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Correct Answer: B [Kannauj – Prayaga]
Notes:
Harshavardhana held two major assemblies at Kannauj and Prayaga. Kannauj hosted a grand religious-political conclave, while Prayaga’s quinquennial assembly involved large-scale charity. These events are chronicled by Xuanzang. Both sites were prominent in ancient India and highlight Harsha’s imperial and religious influence.
