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 founded the Nawabs of Awadh kingdom in 1724?
[A] Sa’adat Khan
[B] Shuja-ud-Daula
[C] Asaf-ud-Daula
[D] Safdar Jang
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Correct Answer: A [Sa’adat Khan]
Notes:
Sa’adat Khan established the Nawabs of Awadh in 1724, marking the start of a semi-autonomous rule under the Mughal Empire.
32. Who holds the record for the shortest tenure as Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kalyan Singh
[B] Mulayam Singh Yadav
[C] Jagdambika Pal
[D] Akhilesh Yadav
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Correct Answer: C [Jagdambika Pal]
Notes:
Jagdambika Pal served as UP Chief Minister for only 31 hours in 1998, the shortest tenure in the state’s history.
33. Sharma Bandhu, the renowned classical vocalists known for their bhajan and devotional music, originate from which city in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Agra
[C] Lucknow
[D] Muzaffarnagar
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Correct Answer: D [Muzaffarnagar]
Notes:
Sharma Bandhu are four brothers from Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, known for classical and devotional music.
34. 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.
35. Which airport in Uttar Pradesh, located 12 km from its city center, is planned for expansion under the UDAN scheme?
[A] Kanpur Airport
[B] Varanasi Airport
[C] Chitrakoot Airport
[D] Agra Airport
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Correct Answer: C [Chitrakoot Airport]
Notes:
Chitrakoot Airport is 12 km from Chitrakoot city, planned for expansion under UDAN with a new runway and terminal.
36. Which city serves as the starting point of the Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Meerut
[B] Kanpur
[C] Prayagraj
[D] Lucknow
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Correct Answer: A [Meerut]
Notes:
The Ganga Expressway begins at Meerut (NH-334) and extends to Prayagraj, passing through Kanpur.
37. What was the political status of the United Provinces after India gained independence in 1950?
[A] It remained as the United Provinces under British rule
[B] It was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became a state of India
[C] It became part of Madhya Pradesh
[D] It merged with Bihar to form a new province
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Correct Answer: B [It was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became a state of India]
Notes:
In 1950, the United Provinces was renamed Uttar Pradesh and became an Indian state with the highest Lok Sabha representation.
38. Which of the following forest schemes is being supported by NABARD in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Agroforestry Mission
[B] Hi-tech Nursery Scheme
[C] Tree Promotion Scheme
[D] Joint Forest Management Scheme
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Correct Answer: C [Tree Promotion Scheme]
Notes:
The Tree Promotion Scheme, supported by NABARD in Uttar Pradesh, focuses on high-quality tree plantation, clone propagation laboratories, and advanced nursery technology to boost afforestation and sustainable forestry development in the state.
39. Which district of Uttar Pradesh is renowned for the presence of both gold and coal reserves?
[A] Mirzapur
[B] Chandauli
[C] Sonbhadra
[D] Banda
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Correct Answer: C [Sonbhadra]
Notes:
Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh contains gold deposits in Hardi region and coal reserves in the Singrauli region. It is recognized as one of the most mineral-rich districts in the state, with significant mining activities.
40. Consider the following pairs of rivers and their associated districts:
- Pahuj – Jhansi
- Jamni – Lalitpur
- Beta – Jalaun
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] 1, 2 and 3
[C] Only 2 and 3
[D] Only 1 and 3
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Correct Answer: B [1, 2 and 3]
Notes:
All three pairs are correct: Pahuj flows through Jhansi and forms part of Jalaun’s boundary. Jamni, a tributary of Betwa, passes through Lalitpur district. Beta, a tributary of the Yamuna, forms the southern boundary of Jalaun district. Thus, 1, 2 and 3 are correctly matched.
