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 of the following statements regarding Jhansi Fort are correct?
1. It was built by Veer Singh Bundela in 1613.
2. It covers approximately 15 acres of area.
3. The fort hosts the Jhansi Mahotsav every year in January–February.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) All of the above
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1 and 3 only
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] All of the above
[C] 2 and 3 only
[D] 1 and 3 only

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32. According to tradition, Kapilvastu is believed to have been the capital of which kingdom?
[A] Kosala
[B] Kuru
[C] Shakya
[D] Vatsa

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33. Which Lucknow palace was built by Saadat Ali Khan II in 1805?
[A] Dilkusha Kothi
[B] Chattar Manzil
[C] Bara Imambara
[D] Rumi Darwaza

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34. Which city was conquered by Pratihara emperor Vatsaraja, marking the beginning of the Tripartite Struggle?
[A] Kanauj
[B] Ujjain
[C] Thanesar
[D] Mathura

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35. Which archaeological site in Uttar Pradesh is renowned for Late Bronze Age burials and is associated with the Copper Hoard Culture?
[A] Ahichchhatra
[B] Kausambi
[C] Sinauli
[D] Mathura

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36. Which political party did Brijesh Singh represent in the 2012 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections?
[A] Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
[B] Pragatisheel Manav Samaj Party (PMSP)
[C] Samajwadi Party (SP)
[D] Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)

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37. Who is credited with composing the Ramcharitmanas and establishing Tulsi Ghat in Varanasi?
[A] Surdas
[B] Kabir
[C] Ravidas
[D] Tulsidas

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38. In the plains of Uttar Pradesh, which material is primarily used as a raw component for concrete production?
[A] Dolomite
[B] Silica sand
[C] Riverine lime–sand mix
[D] Limestone

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39. Which Act in Uttar Pradesh was responsible for organizing regulatory power for mining activities?
[A] Electricity Act, 2003
[B] Uttar Pradesh Mineral Policy, 1998
[C] Uttar Pradesh Mining Regulation, 2005
[D] Mines Act, 1952

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40. Who was the first Deputy Speaker of Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly before independence?
[A] Govind Ballabh Pant
[B] Abdul Hakeem
[C] Sucheta Kriplani
[D] Rajarshi Purushottam Das Tandon

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