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. 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.
32. Who was the first King of Oudh declared independent under British influence in 1818?
[A] Saadat Ali Khan
[B] Nasir-ud-Din Haider
[C] Ghazi-ud-Din Haidar Shah
[D] Wajid Ali Shah
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Correct Answer: C [Ghazi-ud-Din Haidar Shah]
Notes:
Ghazi-ud-Din Haidar Shah was the last Nawab Wazir and first King of Oudh from 1818, issued coins with his coat of arms, and built key Lucknow monuments.
33. Which organization is responsible for managing electricity transmission and distribution in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL)
[B] Delhi Power Distribution Company Limited (DPDCL)
[C] Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL)
[D] Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO)
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Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL)]
Notes:
UPPCL manages electricity transmission and distribution in Uttar Pradesh, sourcing power from state, central, and private producers.
34. Who was the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh when the practice of bulldozer justice began in 2017?
[A] Akhilesh Yadav
[B] Mayawati
[C] Mulayam Singh Yadav
[D] Yogi Adityanath
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Correct Answer: D [Yogi Adityanath]
Notes:
Bulldozer justice started under CM Yogi Adityanath in 2017 targeting criminals and illegal constructions, becoming a notable law enforcement method in UP.
35. What was the main reason for the Mughal court’s abandonment of Fatehpur Sikri?
[A] Frequent attacks by neighboring kingdoms
[B] Outbreak of epidemic diseases
[C] Acute shortage of water supply
[D] Unfavorable climatic conditions
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Correct Answer: C [Acute shortage of water supply]
Notes:
Fatehpur Sikri was abandoned primarily due to severe water scarcity, making it unsuitable for sustained habitation by the Mughal court.
36. Consider the following historical events:
- Birth of Ram Prasad Bismil
- Kakori Conspiracy
- Death of Lal Bahadur Shastri
- Formation of Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Which of the following represents the correct chronological order of these events?
[A] 1 → 2 → 3 → 4
[B] 2 → 1 → 4 → 3
[C] 1 → 4 → 2 → 3
[D] 4 → 1 → 2 → 3
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Correct Answer: C [1 → 4 → 2 → 3]
Notes:The correct chronological order is:
- Birth of Ram Prasad Bismil (1897)
- Formation of BHU (1916)
- Kakori Conspiracy (1925)
- Death of Lal Bahadur Shastri (1966)
Hence, the correct sequence is 1 → 4 → 2 → 3.
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 tree, commonly found in Uttar Pradesh, provides seeds used for edible oil in soap making and softwood for matchsticks?
[A] Semal
[B] Mahua
[C] Silver Fir
[D] Deodar
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Correct Answer: A [Semal]
Notes:
Semal (Bombax ceiba) yields seeds with edible oil used in soap production. Its light, soft wood is ideal for making matchsticks. This tree is prevalent in the moist deciduous forests of Uttar Pradesh and also has traditional medicinal applications.
39. Which bird sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh is located nearest to the Indo-Nepal border?
[A] Bakhira Bird Sanctuary
[B] Parvati Aranga Bird Sanctuary
[C] Patna Bird Sanctuary
[D] Okhla Bird Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: A [Bakhira Bird Sanctuary]
Notes:
Bakhira Bird Sanctuary, in Sant Kabir Nagar (eastern UP), is closest to the Indo-Nepal border. It lies near the Nepal Terai, and serves as an important site for trans-Himalayan migratory birds. Others are located further inland or near western UP (e.g., Okhla).
40. Which of the following NTPC power plants in Uttar Pradesh is gas-based?
[A] Rihand
[B] Unchahar
[C] Ghatampur
[D] Auraiya
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Correct Answer: D [Auraiya]
Notes:
Auraiya Thermal Power Station is NTPC’s only gas-based plant in Uttar Pradesh. Located in Auraiya district, it uses natural gas as fuel, offering quicker start-ups and lower emissions compared to coal-based plants, contributing to the state’s energy needs.
