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 is a major solar manufacturing project announced in Uttar Pradesh in 2025?
[A] Avaada Integrated Unit (Noida)
[B] Adani Solar Hub (Agra)
[C] Tata Solar Park (Lucknow)
[D] Reliance Solar Lab (Kanpur)
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Correct Answer: A [Avaada Integrated Unit (Noida)]
Notes:
In March 2025, the Avaada Group inaugurated a 5 GW solar manufacturing plant in Greater Noida, significantly enhancing Uttar Pradesh’s solar panel manufacturing capacity.
32. In which of the following locations in Uttar Pradesh has placer gold been recorded?
[A] Rivers Ramganga and Sharda
[B] River Ganga
[C] Yamuna plain
[D] Vindhya hills
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Correct Answer: A [Rivers Ramganga and Sharda]
Notes:
Placer gold has been found primarily in the Ramganga and Sharda rivers in Uttar Pradesh, with additional occurrences in Lalitpur and Sonbhadra districts. These findings are due to alluvial gold particles concentrated by river action.
33. 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.
34. Which major stupa in Kushinagar marks the site of Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana?
[A] Nirvana Stupa
[B] Dhamek Stupa
[C] Main Stupa
[D] Chaitya Stupa
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Correct Answer: A [Nirvana Stupa]
Notes:
The Nirvana Stupa in Kushinagar is historically significant as it marks the site of Lord Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana, meaning his final passing away. Archaeological findings in 1876 revealed a copper vessel with a Brahmi inscription, confirming that Buddha’s remains were enshrined at this stupa. Originally built by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka, the stupa was further enlarged during Gupta rule, making it an important pilgrimage destination for Buddhists across the world.
35. Which city in Uttar Pradesh ranks 5th in India for road fatalities with the highest crash severity?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Kanpur
[C] Agra
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: B [Kanpur]
Notes:
Kanpur ranks 5th in India for road fatalities with highest crash severity, prompting a tractor-trolley ban after a fatal accident in 2022.
36. In which city was the Benares Bank, established in 1844, headquartered?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Lucknow
[C] Kanpur
[D] Agra
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Correct Answer: A [Varanasi]
Notes:
Benares Bank was headquartered in Varanasi and operated mainly in the United Provinces.
37. Which of the following technological or policy measures were proposed at Uttar Pradesh’s Geology & Mining workshop in March 2025 to expedite mining block auctions?
[A] Only e-Auction for iron ore and limestone blocks in Sonbhadra
[B] Policy alignment with NGT and MoEF regulations
[C] Simplified investment facilitation policies for mining
[D] All of the above interventions
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above interventions]
Notes:
The March 2025 workshop proposed e-auction of Sonbhadra’s iron ore and limestone blocks, aligning mining policies with NGT and MoEF guidelines, and simplifying policies to attract investment and accelerate mining block auctions in Uttar Pradesh.
38. Consider the following minerals found in Uttar Pradesh:
- Dolomite
- Marble
- Diamond
- Pyrites Rock
Which of the above minerals are present in both Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] 2, 3 and 4 only
[C] 1, 3 and 4 only
[D] 1, 2 and 4 only
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 and 4 only]
Notes:
Dolomite, Marble, and Pyrites Rock are all found in both Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts. Diamond, however, is not present in Sonbhadra; it is found in Mirzapur and Banda. Therefore, the correct answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.
39. How many Gram Sabha general meetings occur yearly in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] One
[B] Two
[C] Three
[D] Four
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Correct Answer: B [Two]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh mandates two Gram Sabha general meetings annually, usually held in May and November, to discuss development plans, approve beneficiary lists, and review Panchayat activities as per the Uttar Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act, 1947.
40. Which of the following ancient cities was renowned as a major center of learning in early medieval Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kosambi
[B] Varanasi
[C] Mathura
[D] Kannauj
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Correct Answer: D [Kannauj]
Notes:
Kannauj flourished as a leading center of Sanskrit learning and culture during the reigns of Harsha and the Gurjara-Pratiharas in early medieval UP.
