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.
21. The presence of lime and potash in Khadar soils makes them particularly suitable for which of the following agricultural practices?
[A] Intensive cultivation of cereals such as wheat and paddy
[B] Cultivation of cotton and groundnut
[C] Growing tea and rubber plantations
[D] Orchard farming of apples and pears
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Correct Answer: A [Intensive cultivation of cereals such as wheat and paddy]
Notes:
Khadar soils, rich in lime and potash, are fertile, alluvial soils ideal for intensive cereal crops like wheat and paddy due to high nutrient content and water retention.
22. Which crop in Uttar Pradesh is noted for its drought tolerance and short growing season?
[A] Barley
[B] Rice
[C] Sugarcane
[D] Maize
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Correct Answer: A [Barley]
Notes:
Barley is drought-tolerant, grows well in sandy soils, and has a short cultivation period.
23. Which river is crucial for Agra and Firozabad districts’ geography?
[A] Ganga
[B] Yamuna
[C] Betwa
[D] Chambal
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Correct Answer: B [Yamuna]
Notes:
The Yamuna River flows through Agra and Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh, supporting agriculture and supplying water. It is a major tributary of the Ganga and is historically significant, passing by landmarks like the Taj Mahal in Agra.
24. Which early medieval city is identified with Ahar in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Tattānandapura
[B] Kannauj
[C] Varanasi
[D] Mathura
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Correct Answer: A [Tattānandapura]
Notes:
Ahar is identified as Tattānandapura based on inscriptions from 867–904 CE found in Uttar Pradesh.
25. Which Uttar Pradesh river originates in Azamgarh and joins the Tamsa River?
[A] Gomti River
[B] Meghai River
[C] Ghaghara River
[D] Saryu River
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Correct Answer: B [Meghai River]
Notes:
The Meghai River originates in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and merges into the Tamsa River, making it a tributary in the Ganges river system.
26. At which confluence is the ancient and mythologically significant Saraswati River believed to join the Ganga?
[A] Rudraprayag
[B] Devprayag
[C] Vishnuprayag
[D] Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj
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Correct Answer: D [Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj]
Notes:
Saraswati is mythologically believed to meet the Ganga and Yamuna at Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj.
27. Consider the following districts:
- Pilibhit
- Lucknow
- Barabanki
- Jaunpur
- Ghazipur
Which of the following correctly represents the sequence of districts the Gomati River passes through from its source to its confluence?
[A] 1 – 2 – 4 – 3 – 5
[B] 2 – 1 – 3 – 4 – 5
[C] 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5
[D] 1 – 2 – 5 – 4 – 3
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Correct Answer: C [1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5]
Notes:The Gomati River originates in Pilibhit (1), flows through Lucknow (2), enters Barabanki (3), then passes through Jaunpur (4), and finally merges with the Ganga at Ghazipur (5). Thus, the correct sequence is
- Pilibhit
- Lucknow
- Barabanki
- Jaunpur
- Ghazipur
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28. The Ganga-Yamuna and Ganga-Ghaghara doab regions are especially known for the cultivation of which of the following crops?
[A] Rice
[B] Wheat
[C] Sugarcane
[D] Cotton
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Correct Answer: B [Wheat]
Notes:
These doab regions in Uttar Pradesh are leading areas for wheat cultivation due to fertile alluvial soil and suitable climate.
29. Which of the following eco-goals is not explicitly mentioned among the functions of Green Chaupal?
[A] Rainwater harvesting
[B] Net-zero carbon awareness
[C] Wildlife corridor establishment
[D] Scheme access assistance
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Correct Answer: C [Wildlife corridor establishment]
Notes:
Green Chaupal focuses on plantation drives, promotion of rainwater harvesting, net-zero carbon awareness, sanitation, and scheme access assistance. Wildlife corridor establishment is not listed as one of its direct objectives.
30. Which newspaper was published from Gorakhpur in 1919 aiding the national movement?
[A] Swadesh
[B] Sudhakar
[C] Abhiyudaya
[D] Karmayogi
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Correct Answer: A [Swadesh]
Notes:
Swadesh was published from Gorakhpur in 1919. It supported the freedom movement by promoting nationalist ideals and spreading political awareness in Uttar Pradesh, making significant contributions to the Indian independence struggle.
