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.
11. Which nautch figure from Sardhana near Meerut is noted in Uttar Pradesh’s arts history?
[A] Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi
[B] Begum Rokeya of Aligarh
[C] Begum Samru of Sardhana
[D] Roopmati of Saharanpur
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Correct Answer: C [Begum Samru of Sardhana]
Notes:
Begum Samru ruled Sardhana near Meerut in the 18th-19th century, was a celebrated performer, and became the only Catholic ruler in India. Her palace was a cultural hub and she significantly impacted performing arts and political life in Uttar Pradesh.
12. Where is the Dhamek Stupa, marking the site of Buddha’s first teaching, located?
[A] Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
[B] Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh
[C] Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
[D] Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: B [Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Dhamek Stupa is in Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, marking Buddha’s first teaching site and a major Buddhist pilgrimage location.
13. Consider the following statements regarding Bangar and Khadar soils in Uttar Pradesh:
- Bangar soils are older alluvial soils found on higher terraces, while Khadar soils are younger and situated in active floodplains.
- Khadar soils are generally more fertile and are continuously replenished by annual flooding.
- Bangar soils are sandy, saline, and less fertile compared to Khadar soils.
- Khadar soils are restricted to western Uttar Pradesh, while Bangar soils are found only in the east.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] Only 2 and 3
[C] Only 3 and 4
[D] Only 1 and 2
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Correct Answer: D [Only 1 and 2]
Notes:Bangar soils are the older alluvium, found on higher terraces, coarser, and less fertile; Khadar soils are newer alluvium in floodplains, replenished annually and thus more fertile.
- Statements 1 and 2 correctly describe these features.
- Statements 3 and 4 are incorrect: Bangar is not necessarily saline, and the soils are not restricted regionally.
14. At which location does the Ken river join the Yamuna river in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Chitrakoot
[B] Hamirpur
[C] Mau
[D] Bhojha (Banda)
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Correct Answer: D [Bhojha (Banda)]
Notes:
The Ken river originates in the Kaimur hills and merges with the Yamuna at Bhojha in Banda district, Uttar Pradesh.
15. Who chairs the Green Chaupal at the Gram Sabha level?
[A] District Magistrate
[B] Village Development Officer
[C] Gram Pradhan
[D] Section/Beat Officer
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Correct Answer: C [Gram Pradhan]
Notes:
The Gram Pradhan chairs the Green Chaupal at the Gram Sabha level, with the committee also including representatives such as the Gram Vikas Adhikari, Section/Beat Officer, school headmaster, NGO members, and women members for inclusive community participation.
16. Which fund supports village afforestation under the Green Chaupal scheme?
[A] Village Green Fund
[B] Gram Carbon Fund
[C] Gram Harit Nidhi
[D] Panchayat Conservation Fund
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Correct Answer: C [Gram Harit Nidhi]
Notes:
Gram Harit Nidhi is the fund managed by each Green Chaupal for plantation, maintenance, conservation, and awareness at the village level under afforestation initiatives.
17. According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, what is the total forest cover in India, and what percentage of this is contributed by Uttar Pradesh?
[A] 7,31,200 sq km; 2.0%
[B] 8,10,000 sq km; 1.9%
[C] 7,31,200 sq km; 1.7%
[D] 7,13,789 sq km; 2.1%
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Correct Answer: D [7,13,789 sq km; 2.1%]
Notes:
ISFR 2023 reports India’s total forest cover as 7,13,789 sq km (21.71% of the total area). Uttar Pradesh contributes 2.1% to this forest cover, equating to around 15,045.80 sq km of forest area in the state.
18. Consider the following pairs regarding districts and their famous associations:
- Firozabad – Glass Bangles
- Agra – Taj Mahal
- Mainpuri – Tobacco Industry
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
[A] Only 1 and 2
[B] All are correct
[C] All are correct
[D] Only 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: C [All are correct]
Notes:
Firozabad is famous for its glass bangles industry and is called the “Glass City of India.” Agra is renowned for the Taj Mahal, an iconic symbol of India. Mainpuri is noted for its tobacco industry. Thus, all three pairs are correctly matched to their respective districts.
19. Who was responsible for building Mustafa Castle in Meerut between 1896 and 1900?
[A] Nawab Mustafa Khan Shefta
[B] Nawab Mohammad Ishak Khan
[C] Nawab Mohammad Ismail Khan
[D] Mirza Ghalib
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Correct Answer: B [Nawab Mohammad Ishak Khan]
Notes:
Mustafa Castle was built by Nawab Mohammad Ishak Khan in memory of Nawab Mustafa Khan Shefta.
20. Which leader from Uttar Pradesh was popularly known as the ‘Uttar Pradesh Gandhi’ for his advocacy of farmers’ rights?
[A] Purushottam Das Tandon
[B] Charan Singh
[C] Govind Ballabh Pant
[D] Chaudhary Devi Lal
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Correct Answer: A [Purushottam Das Tandon]
Notes:
Purushottam Das Tandon was called ‘Uttar Pradesh Gandhi’ for championing farmers’ causes; he received the Bharat Ratna in 1961.
