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 leads the District Environment Committee responsible for implementing the Green Chaupal initiative at the district level?
[A] District Magistrate
[B] Chief Conservator of Forests
[C] Divisional Forest Officer
[D] District Forest Officer
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Correct Answer: C [Divisional Forest Officer]
Notes:
The Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) acts as Secretary and coordinator of the District Environment Committee, overseeing Green Chaupal implementation at the Gram Sabha level according to the government’s administrative policies.
32. Which of the following supercritical thermal power projects added 1,980 MW to Uttar Pradesh’s electricity grid in 2025?
[A] Khurja Super Thermal Power Project
[B] Meja Thermal Power Plant
[C] Obra-C Extension Project
[D] Ghatampur Thermal Power Plant
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Correct Answer: D [Ghatampur Thermal Power Plant]
Notes:
The Ghatampur Thermal Power Plant, located in Uttar Pradesh, has three supercritical units of 660 MW each, totaling 1,980 MW. Its commissioning commenced in December 2024, aiming for full operation in the financial year 2025–26.
33. Which of the following mineral-rich sites is not located within the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Banda – Rock Phosphate
[B] Chakia (Chandauli) – Glass Sand
[C] Jhansi – Rare-earth Metals
[D] Sonrai (Lalitpur) – Copper
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Correct Answer: B [Chakia (Chandauli) – Glass Sand]
Notes:
Chakia in Chandauli lies in eastern Uttar Pradesh, outside Bundelkhand, while Banda, Jhansi, and Sonrai are all mineral-rich locations within Bundelkhand region.
34. Which central government scheme, launched after 2000, primarily focused on the development of village roads across India?
[A] Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gram Sadak Yojana
[B] Bharat Nirman
[C] Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
[D] MGNREGA Rural Connectivity Program
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Correct Answer: C [Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana]
Notes:
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), started in December 2000, aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to unconnected rural habitations in India, boosting rural infrastructure and accessibility.
35. Which district was created most recently in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Amethi
[B] Balrampur
[C] Gonda
[D] Shravasti
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Correct Answer: A [Amethi]
Notes:
Amethi became Uttar Pradesh’s 72nd district on 1 July 2010. Balrampur and Shravasti were formed in 1997, and Gonda is much older.
36. Who signed the Uttar Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2000 as President?
[A] K. R. Narayanan
[B] A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
[C] Pranab Mukherjee
[D] R. Venkataraman
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Correct Answer: A [K. R. Narayanan]
Notes:
K. R. Narayanan, as President of India, signed the Uttar Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2000 on 1 August 2000, which led to the formation of Uttarakhand from Uttar Pradesh.
37. Which part of Jodha Bai Mahal reflects Rajput architectural style?
[A] Mughal arches
[B] Islamic minarets
[C] Eastern gateway
[D] Persian domes
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Correct Answer: C [Eastern gateway]
Notes:
The eastern gateway displays Rajput architecture through chhatris and jharokhas, linking Jodha Bai Mahal to Rajasthan’s historic design features typical of Rajputana palaces.
38. Who among the following established the ‘Zanjir-i-Adal’ (Chain of Justice) at Agra Fort?
[A] Akbar
[B] Shah Jahan
[C] Aurangzeb
[D] Jahangir
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Correct Answer: D [Jahangir]
Notes:
Jahangir instituted the Zanjir-i-Adal at Agra Fort to allow direct appeal for justice to the emperor by the public.
39. How many Indian states and Union Territories share their border with Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 8 states and 1 Union Territory
[B] 7 states and 2 Union Territories
[C] 6 states and 2 Union Territories
[D] 9 states and 0 Union Territories
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Correct Answer: A [8 states and 1 Union Territory]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh shares its border with 8 states (Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar) and 1 Union Territory (Delhi).
40. Who was the Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court and first acting Governor of UP?
[A] Justice Sulaiman
[B] Justice B. Malik
[C] Justice Raghubar Dayal
[D] Justice B. B. Malik
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Correct Answer: D [Justice B. B. Malik]
Notes:
After Sarojini Naidu’s demise, Justice B. B. Malik acted as Governor from 3 March 1949 to 1 May 1949. He was the Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court and took on the interim gubernatorial role until a new permanent Governor was appointed. (Justice Malik was the second Indian to serve as UP’s Governor, albeit in an acting capacity.)
