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. What is the minimum age to become a Village Panchayat member in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 25 years
[B] 18 years
[C] 30 years
[D] 21 years
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Correct Answer: D [21 years]
Notes:
In Uttar Pradesh, the minimum age to contest as a Village Panchayat member is 21 years, as per the Uttar Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act. Voting rights start at 18 years, but candidacy requires a higher age threshold of 21 years specifically for panchayat posts.
32. Which Rohilla leader was adopted by Daud Khan Rohilla at age eight?
[A] Hafiz Rahmat Khan
[B] Ali Muhammad Khan
[C] Qutb Shah Rohilla
[D] Khwaja Almas Khan
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Correct Answer: B [Ali Muhammad Khan]
Notes:
Ali Muhammad Khan was adopted by Daud Khan Rohilla and later founded the Rohilla state in Rohilkhand in the 1720s, becoming a prominent leader in northern India.
33. Who was called the Maulvi of Faizabad during the 1857 Rebellion?
[A] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[B] Ahmadullah Shah
[C] Birjis Qadr
[D] Nana Sahib
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Correct Answer: B [Ahmadullah Shah]
Notes:
Ahmadullah Shah, known as the Maulvi of Faizabad, played a prominent role in the 1857 Revolt and led key rebel activities in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. He united local forces, inspiring resistance against British rule before being killed in 1858. His leadership symbolized religious unity among rebels.
34. Who rebuilt Aligarh Fort during Farrukh Siyar’s reign?
[A] Madhavrao I Scindia
[B] Sabit Khan
[C] Maharaja Surajmal
[D] Muhammad, son of Umar
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Correct Answer: B [Sabit Khan]
Notes:
Sabit Khan rebuilt Aligarh Fort under Farrukh Siyar. The fort was originally constructed by Muhammad, son of Umar, in the 16th century. The fort is located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, and has historical significance in north Indian military and political history.
35. 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.
36. Which event led to the end of the Khilafat Movement in 1924?
[A] Signing of the Treaty of Lausanne
[B] Establishment of the Republic of Turkey
[C] Abolition of the Caliphate by Kemal Atatürk
[D] Repression by British authorities in India
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Correct Answer: C [Abolition of the Caliphate by Kemal Atatürk]
Notes:
In 1924, Kemal Atatürk abolished the Caliphate, removing the main cause of the Khilafat Movement and leading to its dissolution.
37. What is the primary reason for the structural difference in soil fertility loss between Bangar regions and southern plateau soils of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Higher organic content in Bangar soils
[B] Presence of calcareous concretions (Kankar) and lack of renewal in Bangar; plateau soils lose fertility due to mineral weathering and leaching
[C] Frequent flooding in both regions
[D] Bangar soils being younger than plateau soils
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Correct Answer: B [Presence of calcareous concretions (Kankar) and lack of renewal in Bangar; plateau soils lose fertility due to mineral weathering and leaching]
Notes:
Bangar soils have calcareous concretions and lack natural fertility renewal; plateau soils are depleted by weathering and leaching due to their non-alluvial origin.
38. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched regarding the crop and its ideal soil type in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Barley – Alluvial and loamy soils
[B] Mustard – Black cotton soil
[C] Gram – Sandy loam and saline soils
[D] Wheat – Heavy clayey soil
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Correct Answer: A [Barley – Alluvial and loamy soils]
Notes:
Barley thrives best in alluvial and loamy soils common in Uttar Pradesh; other options are incorrectly matched with soil types uncommon to the state.
39. Consider the following pairs regarding Chief Ministers of Uttar Pradesh and their respective political parties:
- Akhilesh Yadav – Samajwadi Party
- Mayawati – Bahujan Samaj Party
- Yogi Adityanath – Bharatiya Janata Party
- Rajnath Singh – Bharatiya Janata Party
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
[A] All of the above
[B] Only 1, 2 and 3
[C] Only 2, 3 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 4
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Correct Answer: A [All of the above]
Notes:
Akhilesh Yadav was Chief Minister from the Samajwadi Party; Mayawati from Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP); both Yogi Adityanath and Rajnath Singh served as Chief Ministers from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Hence, all pairs are correctly matched according to official records and electoral histories.
40. 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.
