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 prominent revolutionary from Uttar Pradesh was involved in both the Mainpuri Conspiracy (1918) and the Kakori Conspiracy (1925)?
[A] Chandrashekhar Azad
[B] Ashfaqulla Khan
[C] Ram Prasad Bismil
[D] Shivaram Rajguru
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Correct Answer: C [Ram Prasad Bismil]
Notes:
Ram Prasad Bismil, from Uttar Pradesh, played key roles in both the Mainpuri and Kakori conspiracies against British rule, and was executed for his involvement in Kakori.
32. Who leads the District Environment Committee responsible for implementing the Green Chaupal initiative at the district level?
[A] District Magistrate
[B] Chief Conservator of Forests
[C] Divisional Forest Officer
[D] District Forest Officer
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Correct Answer: C [Divisional Forest Officer]
Notes:
The Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) acts as Secretary and coordinator of the District Environment Committee, overseeing Green Chaupal implementation at the Gram Sabha level according to the government’s administrative policies.
33. Consider the following statements regarding Lakh Bahosi Bird Sanctuary:
- It is the largest bird sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh.
- It is located in the district of Farrukhabad.
- It was declared a tiger reserve under Project Tiger.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 2 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 2
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct: Lakh Bahosi is the largest bird sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh, located in the Farrukhabad district. Statement 3 is incorrect: It is not a tiger reserve; rather, it is designated for the protection of birds. The sanctuary is also known for attracting migratory species from Siberia and Central Asia.
34. What happened at Chauri Chaura in 1922 during India’s freedom struggle?
[A] Formation of the first municipal council
[B] Establishment of a local school
[C] Setting fire to a police station
[D] Launch of a railway line
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Correct Answer: C [Setting fire to a police station]
Notes:
In 1922, demonstrators in Chauri Chaura set a police station ablaze, killing 22 policemen. This violent incident led Mahatma Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement. It was a significant turning point in India’s independence history.
35. Which Greek scholar first referred to Agra as ‘Agra’?
[A] Herodotus
[B] Megasthenes
[C] Strabo
[D] Ptolemy
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Correct Answer: D [Ptolemy]
Notes:
Ptolemy, the ancient Greek geographer, made the earliest known reference to Agra in his work ‘Geographia’, recognizing it as a significant location in India as early as the 2nd century CE.
36. Who is regarded as the chief deity of the Bhoksa tribe in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Chamunda Devi
[B] Kali
[C] Mahadev
[D] Durga
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Correct Answer: A [Chamunda Devi]
Notes:
The Bhoksa (Buksa) tribe of Uttar Pradesh primarily worship Hindu deities, but Chamunda Devi is considered their chief deity. The tribe, also known as Mehra in Bijnor, practices agriculture and follows several Hindu customs and festivals. While Kali, Mahadev, and Durga are venerated, Chamunda Devi holds a special central place in their religious practices, distinguishing her as their principal goddess.
37. Which dialect can be identified based on the following statements:
- It is spoken in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
- It has spread outside India due to migration.
- Bhikhari Thakur is a major literary figure associated with it.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Bhojpuri
[B] Awadhi
[C] Bagheli
[D] Bundeli
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Correct Answer: A [Bhojpuri]
Notes:
Bhojpuri is predominant in eastern Uttar Pradesh—districts include Varanasi, Ballia, Ghazipur, Gorakhpur, and Azamgarh. Migration spread the language to Mauritius, Fiji, and the Caribbean. Bhikhari Thakur, celebrated as the “Shakespeare of Bhojpuri,” is renowned for his literary and theatrical contributions. Hence, Bhojpuri matches all the criteria given.
38. Which of the following works is correctly matched with its author?
- Kamayani – Jaishankar Prasad
- Jhansi Ki Rani – Subhadra Kumari Chauhan
- Anamika – Suryakant Tripathi Nirala
Select the correct answer using the code below:
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 2 and 3 only
[C] 1 and 3 only
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 and 3]
Notes:
Kamayani was written by Jaishankar Prasad, a renowned Hindi poet. Jhansi Ki Rani is a famous poem by Subhadra Kumari Chauhan. Anamika is a well-known poetry collection authored by Suryakant Tripathi Nirala. All the listed works are correctly matched with their respective authors.
39. Which eminent poetess from Uttar Pradesh is called the “Modern Meera”?
[A] Subhadra Kumari Chauhan
[B] Sarojini Naidu
[C] Mahadevi Verma
[D] Rama Devi
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Correct Answer: C [Mahadevi Verma]
Notes:
Mahadevi Verma, born in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh, was a leading Hindi poetess, essayist, and freedom fighter. Her literary works earned her the title “Modern Meera” due to her deep spiritual and emotional poetry. She was a prominent figure of the Chhayavaad movement and received awards such as Jnanpith and Padma Bhushan. Her poetry often explored themes of love, pain, and womanhood.
40. Which of the following statements about Uttar Pradesh is/are correct?
- It has the largest railway network in India.
- It is home to India's first multi modal waterways terminal.
- It has the largest road network in India.
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:
Uttar Pradesh has India's largest railway network. India's first multi modal waterways terminal is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. However, the state has the second largest road network after Maharashtra, not the largest. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct; statement 3 is incorrect.
