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 crop combinations is predominantly cultivated during the Rabi season in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Rice, Bajra, Maize
[B] Sugarcane, Cotton, Groundnut
[C] Wheat, Barley, Gram
[D] Jute, Rice, Mustard
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Correct Answer: C [Wheat, Barley, Gram]
Notes:
Wheat, barley, and gram are major Rabi crops in Uttar Pradesh, sown in winter and harvested in spring.
32. Which of these newspapers is not published from Lucknow?
[A] Hindustan Times
[B] Navjeevan
[C] Swatantra Bharat
[D] Dainik Jagran
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Correct Answer: A [Hindustan Times]
Notes:
Hindustan Times is not mainly published from Lucknow; it is primarily published from Delhi. Swatantra Bharat and Navjeevan have Lucknow editions. Dainik Jagran also has multiple UP editions, including Lucknow.
33. Which district was formerly known as Padrauna?
[A] Deoria
[B] Kushinagar
[C] Maharajganj
[D] Gorakhpur
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Correct Answer: B [Kushinagar]
Notes:
Padrauna was renamed Kushinagar on 19 June 1997. Kushinagar is renowned as a Buddhist pilgrimage site where Gautama Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana. The district is in eastern Uttar Pradesh and holds significant historical and religious value.
34. Which text is regarded as the principal source for studying the early Vedic period in India?
[A] Yajurveda
[B] Samaveda
[C] Atharvaveda
[D] Rigveda
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Correct Answer: D [Rigveda]
Notes:
The Rigveda, the oldest Veda, contains hymns and is the key source on the early Vedic (Rigvedic) period’s society, religion, and culture.
35. The Satasi royal family originated from which river area?
[A] Ganges River
[B] Rapti River
[C] Yamuna River
[D] Ghaghara River
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Correct Answer: B [Rapti River]
Notes:
The Satasi royal family traces its origin to the Rapti River region in Awadh, Uttar Pradesh, India.
36. 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.
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. Which long-term planning scheme implemented between 1981 and 2001 focused on the development of village roads in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Purvanchal Vikas Yojana
[B] Gram Jyoti Scheme
[C] Lucknow Plan
[D] Bundelkhand Road Vision
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Correct Answer: C [Lucknow Plan]
Notes:
The Lucknow Plan (1981–2001) was a major initiative in Uttar Pradesh aimed at enhancing village road networks, promoting balanced rural development, and improving rural connectivity throughout the state.
39. The Kirana Gharana, a renowned musical tradition, is named after which place in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Saharanpur
[B] Kairana
[C] Lucknow
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: B [Kairana]
Notes:
Named after Kairana in UP, Kirana Gharana was founded by Bande Ali Khan and is known for khayal and precise swara tuning.
40. Consider the following regions in Uttar Pradesh:
- Ganga-Ghaghara Doab
- Vindhya Region
- Ganga-Yamuna Doab
- Bhabar-Terai Region
Which one of the following represents the correct decreasing order of wheat production among these regions?
[A] 1, 3, 4, 2
[B] 1, 3, 2, 4
[C] 3, 1, 4, 2
[D] 3, 1, 2, 4
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Correct Answer: C [3, 1, 4, 2]
Notes:The correct order is:
- Ganga-Yamuna Doab
- Ganga-Ghaghara Doab
- Bhabar-Terai Region
- Vindhya Region
Ganga-Yamuna Doab and Ganga-Ghaghara Doab are the major wheat-producing regions because of fertile alluvial soils. Bhabar-Terai, although significant, ranks lower than the Doabs. Vindhya Region, being hilly and less fertile, produces the least wheat.
