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 Agra reservoir, built in 1610, is now a Sikh pilgrimage site?
[A] Guru ka Tal
[B] Ram Bagh
[C] Mehtab Bagh
[D] Itmad-ud-Daula
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Correct Answer: A [Guru ka Tal]
Notes:
Guru ka Tal, built in 1610 during Jahangir’s reign, served as a reservoir and is now a Sikh pilgrimage site associated with Guru Tegh Bahadur’s arrest while traveling to Delhi.
32. 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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Correct Answer: A [Dilkusha Kothi]
Notes:
Dilkusha Kothi, commissioned by Saadat Ali Khan II in 1805, was designed by Sir Gore Ouseley as a hunting lodge and summer retreat in Lucknow.
33. Which two rivers form the boundaries of the Doab region in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Yamuna and Chambal
[B] Ganges and Yamuna
[C] Ganges and Gomti
[D] Yamuna and Ghaghara
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Correct Answer: B [Ganges and Yamuna]
Notes:
The Doab region in Uttar Pradesh lies between the Ganges and Yamuna rivers, known as the Ganga-Yamuna Doab.
34. Under whose reign was the Jama Masjid at Fatehpur Sikri, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture, constructed?
[A] Humayun
[B] Akbar
[C] Aurangzeb
[D] Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: B [Akbar]
Notes:
The Jama Masjid at Fatehpur Sikri was built during Akbar’s reign in the late 16th century, noted for its grand scale and Buland Darwaza.
35. The Buland Darwaza at Fatehpur Sikri was constructed by Akbar to celebrate his victory over which region?
[A] Bengal
[B] Malwa
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: D [Gujarat]
Notes:
Buland Darwaza was built by Akbar in 1573 to commemorate his conquest of Gujarat; it is one of the tallest gateways in the world and a hallmark of Mughal architecture.
36. Who was the notable leader from Bareilly who played a key role in leading the revolt of 1857?
[A] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[B] Nana Sahib
[C] Kunwar Singh
[D] Khan Bahadur Khan
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Correct Answer: D [Khan Bahadur Khan]
Notes:
Khan Bahadur Khan, a descendant of Rohilla chiefs, led the 1857 revolt in Bareilly by establishing a parallel government and resisting British authority.
37. Consider the following statements regarding the geographical boundaries of Uttar Pradesh:
- Uttar Pradesh shares its borders with 8 Indian states and 1 Union Territory.
- Its northern boundary is marked by the Vindhya ranges.
- The total area of Uttar Pradesh is about 10% of India’s total area.
- The eastern boundary of Uttar Pradesh is formed by the Yamuna river.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] 1 and 3
[C] 1, 3 and 4
[D] 2 and 4
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1]
Notes:Only statement 1 is correct:
- Uttar Pradesh shares borders with 8 Indian states and 1 Union Territory (Delhi).
- Statement 2 is incorrect; the northern boundary has the Shivalik ranges, not Vindhya.
- Statement 3 is wrong; UP accounts for about 7.33% of India’s area.
- Statement 4 is incorrect; its eastern boundary is defined mainly by the Gandak river, not the Yamuna.
38. Which of the following bird species found in Okhla Bird Sanctuary are classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN?
- Indian Vulture
- White-rumped Vulture
- Finn’s Weaver
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:
Indian Vulture and White-rumped Vulture are classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN. Finn’s Weaver is listed as Endangered, but not Critically Endangered. Okhla Bird Sanctuary is a Ramsar site hosting several IUCN red-listed species, including both vultures mentioned above. Lesser Flamingo is classed as Near Threatened by IUCN.
39. Which of the following technological or policy measures were proposed at Uttar Pradesh’s Geology & Mining workshop in March 2025 to expedite mining block auctions?
[A] Only e-Auction for iron ore and limestone blocks in Sonbhadra
[B] Policy alignment with NGT and MoEF regulations
[C] Simplified investment facilitation policies for mining
[D] All of the above interventions
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above interventions]
Notes:
The March 2025 workshop proposed e-auction of Sonbhadra’s iron ore and limestone blocks, aligning mining policies with NGT and MoEF guidelines, and simplifying policies to attract investment and accelerate mining block auctions in Uttar Pradesh.
40. 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.
