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. Who was the first female Vice-President of UP Legislative Council before independence?
[A] Sarojini Naidu
[B] Sucheta Kriplani
[C] Begum Aijaz Rasul
[D] Najma Heptulla
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Correct Answer: C [Begum Aijaz Rasul]
Notes:
Begum Aijaz Rasul was the first female Vice-President of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council before independence. She was an eminent freedom fighter and the only Muslim woman to sign the Indian Constitution.
32. Which Act established Block and District Panchayats in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] United Province Panchayati Raj Act, 1947
[B] UP Municipal Act, 1965
[C] UP Kshetra Samiti and Zila Parishad Act, 1961
[D] 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992
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Correct Answer: C [UP Kshetra Samiti and Zila Parishad Act, 1961]
Notes:
The UP Kshetra Samiti and Zila Parishad Act, 1961 established block (Kshetra Panchayat) and district (Zila Parishad) panchayats, forming the basis for the three-tier Panchayati Raj system in Uttar Pradesh.
33. Which of the following museums is not correctly matched with its year of establishment?
[A] Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Museum – 2004
[B] Motilal Nehru Bal Museum, Lucknow – 1957
[C] State Jain Museum, Mathura – 1998
[D] State Buddha Museum, Kushinagar – 1988
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Correct Answer: C [State Jain Museum, Mathura – 1998]
Notes:
The State Jain Museum in Mathura was actually established in 2003, not 1998 as mentioned in the option. All the other museums and their corresponding years are correctly matched: Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Museum was established in 2004, Motilal Nehru Bal Museum in Lucknow in 1957, and State Buddha Museum in Kushinagar in 1988. Therefore, option 3 is the mismatched pair.
34. Which poet is famous for using the Sadhukkari dialect in his writings?
[A] Tulsidas
[B] Kabir
[C] Rahim
[D] Surdas
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Correct Answer: B [Kabir]
Notes:
Kabir’s poetry features Sadhukkari dialect, mixing Hindi, Awadhi, Braj, and Bhojpuri. This made his verses accessible, spreading spiritual ideas across North India regardless of regional or class barriers. Sadhukkari enabled an easy, direct communication style in Hindi literature.
35. Who founded Samthar State in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Chandrabhan Singh Judev
[B] Madan Singh Judev
[C] Ranjith Singh
[D] Bir Singh Bundela
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Correct Answer: C [Ranjith Singh]
Notes:
Ranjith Singh, formerly Diwan of Datia, established Samthar State in the 18th century. It was recognized as a princely state by the British in 1817. The state is located near Jhansi in present-day Uttar Pradesh.
36. Who established Agra city in 1504-05?
[A] Babur
[B] Akbar
[C] Shah Jahan
[D] Sikandar Lodi
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Correct Answer: D [Sikandar Lodi]
Notes:
Agra was founded by Sultan Sikandar Lodi of the Delhi Sultanate in 1504-05. Later, it became prominent during Mughal rule. Sikandar Lodi moved his capital from Delhi to Agra to better control central India and river trade along Yamuna.
37. Which Uttar Pradesh tribe claims descent from Matsya avatar and links to Bhils?
[A] Gonds
[B] Tharus
[C] Meenas
[D] Baigas
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Correct Answer: C [Meenas]
Notes:
Meenas, a Scheduled Tribe in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, trace descent from Matsya avatar and have historical links to the Bhils, standing out for their unique origin myth and social customs.
38. Which of the following lakes are located in Raebareli district and share a similar location?
[A] Barua Tal and Matka Tal
[B] Sagar Lake and Pata Tal
[C] Bhugetaal and Wisaya Lake
[D] Khambhapur Lake and Kundra Tal
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Correct Answer: C [Bhugetaal and Wisaya Lake]
Notes:
Bhugetaal and Wisaya Lake are both situated in Raebareli district, Uttar Pradesh, and are known for their proximity to each other.
39. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched regarding the highest producing state or district for a crop in India?
[A] Wheat – Highest producing state: Uttar Pradesh
[B] Mustard – Highest producer: Uttar Pradesh
[C] Gram – Highest producer: Mirzapur
[D] Barley – Highest producing state: Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Wheat – Highest producing state: Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh is India’s top wheat producer; Rajasthan leads in mustard and barley, and Mirzapur is not the top producer of gram.
40. Which tree’s bark is traditionally used to produce a dye for colouring leather goods?
[A] Silver Fir
[B] Babool (Gum Acacia)
[C] Tendu
[D] Date Palm
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Correct Answer: B [Babool (Gum Acacia)]
Notes:
Babool (Acacia nilotica) bark contains tannins used in dyeing and tanning leather. It also produces edible gum and is used in traditional medicine. Babool is drought-resistant and commonly found in dry, semi-arid regions such as Uttar Pradesh.
