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 Kushan ruler is named on a Mathura Buddha statue fragment?
[A] Vasudeva I
[B] Kanishka I
[C] Huvishka
[D] Kujula Kadphises
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Correct Answer: A [Vasudeva I]
Notes:
The Mathura Buddha statue inscription refers to Vasudeva I (191–232 CE), the last prominent Kushan emperor, under whose reign important Buddhist sculptures were made. This period saw the development of the Mathura school of art, blending Indian and foreign influences.
32. Where is the headquarters of Tanzeem ul Makatib?
[A] Patna, Bihar
[B] Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
[C] Hyderabad, Telangana
[D] Jaipur, Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: B [Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Tanzeem ul Makatib, founded in 1968, is headquartered in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and administers over 1200 Islamic educational institutions, mainly in North India, focusing on Shia Muslim religious education.
33. Who was the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh responsible for expanding COVID-19 hospital beds by 52,000 during the pandemic?
[A] Akhilesh Yadav
[B] Mayawati
[C] Mulayam Singh Yadav
[D] Yogi Adityanath
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Correct Answer: D [Yogi Adityanath]
Notes:
Yogi Adityanath was the CM who expanded hospital capacity and implemented strict COVID-19 measures in Uttar Pradesh.
34. Which of the following crop combinations is predominantly cultivated during the Rabi season in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Rice, Bajra, Maize
[B] Sugarcane, Cotton, Groundnut
[C] Wheat, Barley, Gram
[D] Jute, Rice, Mustard
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Correct Answer: C [Wheat, Barley, Gram]
Notes:
Wheat, barley, and gram are major Rabi crops in Uttar Pradesh, sown in winter and harvested in spring.
35. Which city was the capital of ancient Surasena kingdom in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Agra
[C] Varanasi
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: D [Mathura]
Notes:
Mathura, on the Yamuna River, was Surasena’s capital, recognized among 16 Mahajanapadas in ancient India.
36. In which city was Madrasatul Islah, established in 1908, founded?
[A] Azamgarh
[B] Lucknow
[C] Varanasi
[D] Allahabad
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Correct Answer: A [Azamgarh]
Notes:
Madrasatul Islah was founded in Azamgarh, UP in 1908 by Mawlana Muhammad Shafi, emphasizing direct Qur’an reading and modern syllabus.
37. Which city in Uttar Pradesh was a prominent center for Marathi Brahmins, particularly Deshasthas, during the medieval period?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Varanasi
[C] Lucknow
[D] Prayagraj
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Correct Answer: B [Varanasi]
Notes:
Varanasi was a major center for Marathi Brahmins, especially Deshasthas, influencing intellectual and ritual spheres during the medieval period.
38. Who was the second wife of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah of Awadh who led the 1857 rebellion against the British?
[A] Begum Hazrat Mahal
[B] Begum Rokeya
[C] Begum Akhtar
[D] Begum Sultan Jahan
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Correct Answer: A [Begum Hazrat Mahal]
Notes:
Begum Hazrat Mahal led the 1857 rebellion in Awadh, declared her son Birjis Qadr ruler, and controlled Lucknow during the revolt.
39. Consider the following pairs regarding historical sites and their associated dynasties:
- Jaunpur – Sharqi
- Agra – Mughal
- Fatehpur Sikri – Mughal
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
[A] 1, 2 and 3
[B] Only 1 and 2
[C] Only 2 and 3
[D] Only 1 and 3
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Correct Answer: A [1, 2 and 3]
Notes:All three pairs are correctly matched:
- Jaunpur was the capital of the Sharqi dynasty in the 15th century.
- Agra is famously associated with the Mughal dynasty, notably Emperor Akbar onward.
- Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar and served as the Mughal capital for a brief period.
Hence, option 1 is correct.
40. Which of the following bird species found in Okhla Bird Sanctuary are classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN?
- Indian Vulture
- White-rumped Vulture
- Finn’s Weaver
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:
Indian Vulture and White-rumped Vulture are classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN. Finn’s Weaver is listed as Endangered, but not Critically Endangered. Okhla Bird Sanctuary is a Ramsar site hosting several IUCN red-listed species, including both vultures mentioned above. Lesser Flamingo is classed as Near Threatened by IUCN.
