States PCS: Uttarakhand GK for UKPSC Exams
For all Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) exams including UKPCS, JE, AE, and state-level competitive posts.
11. Which is the highest mountain peak in Uttarakhand?
[A] Nanda Devi
[B] Kedarnath Peak
[C] Trisul
[D] Kamet
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Correct Answer: A [Nanda Devi]
Notes:
Nanda Devi, at 7,816 meters, is the highest peak in Uttarakhand; it is part of the Garhwal Himalayas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
12. Which mountain pass connects the Johar Valley in Uttarakhand with Tibet?
[A] Lipulekh Pass
[B] Unta Dhura Pass
[C] Niti Pass
[D] Mana Pass
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Correct Answer: B [Unta Dhura Pass]
Notes:
Unta Dhura Pass in Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh district historically connected Johar Valley with Tibet and was used by Shauka traders for cross-border trade.
13. Which of the following national parks in Uttarakhand is located in the Shivalik range?
[A] Valley of Flowers National Park
[B] Nanda Devi National Park
[C] Govind National Park
[D] Rajaji National Park
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Correct Answer: D [Rajaji National Park]
Notes:
Rajaji National Park spans the Shivalik range in Uttarakhand across Haridwar, Dehradun, and Pauri districts, and is renowned for its diverse wildlife.
14. Which district in Uttarakhand records the highest average annual rainfall?
[A] Uttarkashi
[B] Pauri Garhwal
[C] Nainital
[D] Dehradun
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Correct Answer: C [Nainital]
Notes:
Nainital, situated in the Kumaon Himalayas, receives the highest average rainfall in Uttarakhand due to its orographic location and exposure to monsoon winds.
15. Which river acts as a natural boundary between the Garhwal and Kumaon regions in Uttarakhand?
[A] Kosi
[B] Ramganga
[C] Bhagirathi
[D] Alaknanda
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Correct Answer: B [Ramganga]
Notes:
Ramganga River originates in the Dudhatoli hills and serves as a boundary between Garhwal and Kumaon, before flowing into Uttar Pradesh.
16. Which bird is recognized as the state bird of Uttarakhand and is also endemic to the region?
[A] Kalij Pheasant
[B] Brown Rock Chat
[C] Himalayan Monal
[D] White-throated Laughingthrush
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Correct Answer: C [Himalayan Monal]
Notes:
The Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus) is the state bird of Uttarakhand and endemic to the Himalayas. Known locally as Danphe, it inhabits forested regions from 2,100–4,500 m. It is also Nepal’s national bird and classified as Least Concern by IUCN.
17. Which national park in Uttarakhand is renowned for its efforts in tiger conservation?
[A] Jim Corbett National Park
[B] Rajaji National Park
[C] Nanda Devi National Park
[D] Gangotri National Park
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Correct Answer: A [Jim Corbett National Park]
Notes:
Jim Corbett National Park, established in 1936, is India’s oldest national park and was the first to launch Project Tiger for Bengal tiger conservation.
18. Which valley in Uttarakhand is is part of Valley of Flowers National Park?
[A] Darma Valley
[B] Pindari Valley
[C] Milam Valley
[D] Bhyundar Valley
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Correct Answer: D [Bhyundar Valley]
Notes:
Bhyundar Valley, part of the Valley of Flowers National Park, is celebrated for its seasonal alpine blooms and high biodiversity, attracting global recognition.
