1. Which political alliance formed the first non-Congress government in Uttar Pradesh in 1967?
[A] Samyukta Vidhayak Dal
[B] Bharatiya Kranti Dal
[C] Jana Sangh
[D] Bharatiya Lok Dal
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Correct Answer: A [Samyukta Vidhayak Dal]
Notes:
The Samyukta Vidhayak Dal (SVD), a coalition led by Charan Singh, formed the first non-Congress government in Uttar Pradesh in 1967. It consisted of parties like Bharatiya Kranti Dal, SSP, Jana Sangh, Swatantra Party, and others, breaking Congress dominance in the state.
2. Which semi-classical singing genre is distinctively associated with the Bhojpuri-speaking regions of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kajari
[B] Sawani
[C] Chaiti
[D] Hori
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Correct Answer: B [Sawani]
Notes:
Sawani is a semi-classical singing genre unique to Bhojpuri-speaking areas of Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh, especially in Banaras, Mirzapur, Saran, and Bhojpur. It accompanies seasonal festivities and stands apart as a local cultural tradition in these regions.
3. Which river forms the eastern boundary between Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand?
[A] Beas
[B] Sutlej
[C] Tons
[D] Chenab
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Correct Answer: C [Tons]
Notes:
The Tons River, a Yamuna tributary, marks the eastern boundary between Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
4. Which city in Uttar Pradesh has been officially nominated for inclusion in UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN) as a City of Gastronomy?
[A] Lucknow
[B] Varanasi
[C] Ayodhya
[D] Meerut
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Correct Answer: A [Lucknow]
Notes:
Lucknow, the cultural capital of Uttar Pradesh, is famous for its architecture, poetry, etiquette, and especially its culinary heritage. The city’s rich food culture is now gaining global attention with its nomination for UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network (UCCN) under the Gastronomy category. If selected, Lucknow will become only the second Indian city after Hyderabad to be honored in the gastronomy field.
5. Which wildlife sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh was the site of a failed attempt to reintroduce Asiatic lions from Gir in 1957?
[A] Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
[B] Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary
[C] Dudhwa National Park
[D] Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: A [Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary]
Notes:
In 1957, Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh saw unsuccessful relocation of Gir lions; initial success failed as relocated lions eventually died or disappeared.
6. Who served as the Governor of Uttar Pradesh from 1952 to 1957 and was a prominent leader from Gujarat?
[A] Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
[B] Chakravarti Rajagopalachari
[C] Kanhaiyalal Maneklal Munshi
[D] Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit
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Correct Answer: C [Kanhaiyalal Maneklal Munshi]
Notes:
Kanhaiyalal Maneklal Munshi, a prominent Gujarati leader, was Governor of Uttar Pradesh from 1952 to 1957 and played a key role in post-independence administration.
7. Valmikis, a caste predominantly found in Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, claim descent from which sage?
[A] Sage Vishwamitra
[B] Sage Valmiki
[C] Sage Vashistha
[D] Sage Agastya
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Correct Answer: B [Sage Valmiki]
Notes:
Valmikis are a caste claiming descent from sage Valmiki, author of the Ramayana. Predominantly found in Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, they are classified as a Scheduled Caste in India and have historical significance in the 1857 rebellion.
8. Which district in Andhra Pradesh, located in the Uttarandhra region, was formed in 1979?
[A] Srikakulam
[B] Vizianagaram
[C] Visakhapatnam
[D] East Godavari
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Correct Answer: B [Vizianagaram]
Notes:
Vizianagaram district, formed in 1979 in Andhra Pradesh’s Uttarandhra region, covers 4,122 sq km between 17°15’–19°15′ N and 83°00’–83°45′ E. It borders Srikakulam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Visakhapatnam, Alluri Sitharama Raju, and the Bay of Bengal. Major rivers include Nagavali, Suvarnamukhi, Vegavathi, Champavathi, and Gosthani. The district features Eastern Ganga Dynasty temples and has a humid climate with significant monsoon rainfall. It comprises three revenue divisions, 28 mandals, and 1,551 villages.
9. In which year was the Deokali Canal, one of the largest canals in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, constructed?
[A] 1965
[B] 1985
[C] 1978
[D] 1990
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Correct Answer: C [1978]
Notes:
Deokali Canal in Ghazipur was constructed in 1978 and is 90 km long and 40 m wide.
10. Shri Banke Bihari Temple is located in which city of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Mathura
[B] Varanasi
[C] Ayodhya
[D] Prayagraj
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Correct Answer: A [Mathura]
Notes:
The Supreme Court has recently allowed the Uttar Pradesh government to carry out its ₹500 crore development plan for the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Corridor in Vrindavan. Shri Banke Bihari Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, located in Vrindavan, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. The word “Banke” means bent in three places, and “Bihari” refers to the supreme enjoyer, describing the idol’s posture. The temple was established by Swami Haridas, guru of the legendary musician Tansen. Built in 1864, it showcases fine Indian craftsmanship with oil paintings of deities.
