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 became the Nawab of Rampur after Ahmad Ali Khan Bahadur?
[A] Farrukhsiyar Khan
[B] Shah Alam II
[C] Asaf Ali Khan
[D] Muhammad Said Khan
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Correct Answer: D [Muhammad Said Khan]
Notes:
Muhammad Said Khan, cousin of Ahmad Ali Khan Bahadur, succeeded as the Nawab of Rampur in 1840 after Ahmad Ali Khan’s death, since Ahmad Ali Khan had no surviving sons as heirs.
32. Who built Kusum Sarovar in memory of Maharaja Suraj Mal?
[A] Maharaja Suraj Mal
[B] Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh
[C] Maharaja Man Singh
[D] Maharaja Jawahar Singh
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Correct Answer: D [Maharaja Jawahar Singh]
Notes:
Kusum Sarovar in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, was commissioned by Maharaja Jawahar Singh, son of Maharaja Suraj Mal, to honor his father’s legacy during the 18th century.
33. In which year was the Darul Uloom Deoband Islamic seminary established in Uttar Pradesh, India?
[A] 1857
[B] 1866
[C] 1885
[D] 1901
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Correct Answer: B [1866]
Notes:
Darul Uloom Deoband was founded in 1866 in Saharanpur, UP, becoming a major Islamic educational institution.
34. Which Indian state was involved in the major food grain scam between 2002 and 2010?
[A] Bihar
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Jharkhand
[D] Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: B [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh food grain scam (2002-2010) involved diversion of ₹350 billion worth food grains from PDS and welfare schemes to open market and smuggling; over 5,000 FIRs filed and CBI probe ordered.
35. In which city was the Benares Bank, established in 1844, headquartered?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Lucknow
[C] Kanpur
[D] Agra
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Correct Answer: A [Varanasi]
Notes:
Benares Bank was headquartered in Varanasi and operated mainly in the United Provinces.
36. Why are the climatic and health conditions of the Terai region generally considered unsuitable?
[A] Low rainfall and arid soil
[B] Extreme cold and heavy snowfall
[C] Frequent droughts and water scarcity
[D] High humidity, water stagnation, and prevalence of vector-borne diseases
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Correct Answer: D [High humidity, water stagnation, and prevalence of vector-borne diseases]
Notes:
High humidity and stagnant water favor the spread of diseases like malaria in the marshy Terai region.
37. Why is the black soil (Kabar) of Southern Uttar Pradesh less suitable for cultivating rabi gram without irrigation, even though it retains moisture?
[A] The soil has low nutrient content needed for rabi gram.
[B] Kabar soil supports only kharif crops due to its composition.
[C] The soil develops excess salinity during winter.
[D] When dry, the soil becomes excessively hard and cracks, preventing proper germination of rabi gram without irrigation.
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Correct Answer: D [When dry, the soil becomes excessively hard and cracks, preventing proper germination of rabi gram without irrigation.]
Notes:
Kabar soil retains moisture but becomes hard and cracked when dry, hindering rabi gram germination unless irrigated and well-tilled.
38. Consider the following pairs of districts and their famous landmarks in Uttar Pradesh:
- Ghazipur – Tomb of Lord Cornwallis
- Jaunpur – Atala Masjid
- Varanasi – Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Which of the pairs given above is / are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] 1, 2 and 4
[C] All are correct
[D] Only 1 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [All are correct]
Notes:
Ghazipur is known for the Tomb of Lord Cornwallis, Jaunpur for its Atala Masjid, and Varanasi for the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple. All these landmarks are correctly matched with their respective districts and are prominent heritage sites in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
39. Which ancient capital city is correctly matched with its ruling kingdom?
[A] Kaushambi – Mauryan Empire
[B] Shravasti – Kingdom of Kosala
[C] Shravasti – Kushana Empire
[D] Bhitari – Satavahana Empire
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Correct Answer: B [Shravasti – Kingdom of Kosala]
Notes:
Shravasti was the capital of the Kingdom of Kosala during the Mahajanapada period. It holds significant importance in both ancient Indian history and Buddhism. The city is mentioned extensively in Buddhist scriptures as a key location for Lord Buddha’s sermons and miraculous acts. Archaeological and inscriptional evidence also testify to its prominence. The other options are incorrect: Kaushambi was associated with Vatsa, not Maurya; Bhitari is known for Gupta era artifacts, not Satavahanas; and Shravasti was important during the Kushan era, but it was primarily capital of Kosala.
40. Who was the Nawab of Rohilkhand during the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
[A] Hafiz Bahadur Khan Rohilla
[B] Wajid Ali Shah
[C] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[D] Rani Lakshmibai
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Correct Answer: A [Hafiz Bahadur Khan Rohilla]
Notes:
Hafiz Bahadur Khan Rohilla, grandson of Hafiz Rahmat Khan, led Bareilly during 1857 and was executed in 1860 after British recapture.
