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. Which is the smallest Ramsar site by area in Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Sandi Bird Sanctuary
[B] Patna Bird Sanctuary
[C] Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary
[D] Saman Bird Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: B [Patna Bird Sanctuary]
Notes:
Patna Bird Sanctuary, located in Etah district, spans only 1.09 square kilometers, making it the smallest Ramsar site in Uttar Pradesh. It is known for supporting around 300 bird species, including several migratory and endangered species.
22. Which city did Gangeyadeva annex during his reign?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Ujjain
[C] Indore
[D] Rewa
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Correct Answer: A [Varanasi]
Notes:
Gangeyadeva annexed Varanasi, expanding his kingdom eastward and northward.
23. In the traditional Indian dish Aloo Gobhi, which vegetable is cooked together with potatoes?
[A] Spinach
[B] Green peas
[C] Cauliflower
[D] Carrot
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Correct Answer: C [Cauliflower]
Notes:
Aloo Gobhi combines potatoes (aloo) and cauliflower (gobhi) with Indian spices.
24. Who was bestowed with the title ‘Malik-us-Sharqi’ and established his rule in Eastern Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Ibrahim Shah Sharqi
[B] Malik Sarwar
[C] Hussain Shah Sharqi
[D] Mahmud Shah Sharqi
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Correct Answer: B [Malik Sarwar]
Notes:
Malik Sarwar, once a slave and governor, earned the title ‘Malik-us-Sharqi’ and founded the Sharqi dynasty in Jaunpur, Eastern Uttar Pradesh.
25. Which climatic system primarily influences the climate of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Tropical monsoon system
[B] Steppe climate
[C] Arid desert system
[D] Humid subtropical system
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Correct Answer: A [Tropical monsoon system]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh has a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by marked seasons and significant monsoonal rainfall.
26. In 2010, in which regions of Uttar Pradesh were the Joint Forest Management (JFM) & Poverty Alleviation schemes launched?
[A] Terai, Vindhyas, Bundelkhand
[B] Western UP, Rohilkhand, Purvanchal
[C] Tarai, Bundelkhand, Awadh
[D] Vindhyas, Purvanchal, Rohilkhand
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Correct Answer: A [Terai, Vindhyas, Bundelkhand]
Notes:
JFM & Poverty Alleviation schemes began in 2010 in Terai, Vindhyas, and Bundelkhand regions, covering 16 districts of Uttar Pradesh with Japanese assistance. Belhatthi in Sonbhadra became the state’s first officially declared village forest under this program.
27. What is the sanctioned judge strength of Allahabad High Court?
[A] 120
[B] 160
[C] 200
[D] 100
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Correct Answer: B [160]
Notes:
Allahabad High Court’s sanctioned judge strength is 160, the highest among Indian High Courts. Established in 1866, it serves Uttar Pradesh and has its principal seat in Allahabad with a bench at Lucknow.
28. Which Mughal Emperor introduced Christianity to Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Aurangzeb
[B] Shah Jahan
[C] Akbar
[D] Jahangir
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Correct Answer: C [Akbar]
Notes:
Akbar invited Jesuit priests from Goa to Fatehpur Sikri, fostering interfaith dialogue and introducing Christianity to the Uttar Pradesh region during the late 16th century.
29. Which place in Unnao is believed to be birthplace of Kusha and Lava?
[A] Safipur
[B] Nawal
[C] Bangarmau
[D] Pariyar
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Correct Answer: D [Pariyar]
Notes:
Pariyar in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, is traditionally considered the birthplace of Kusha and Lava, sons of Sita and Lord Rama, as per local legend and associated with the ashram of sage Valmiki, where Sita resided.
30. Who won the Victoria Cross at the Battle of Chinhat in 1857?
[A] Major John Nicholson
[B] Captain James Neill
[C] Colonel Hugh Wheeler
[D] Lieutenant William George Cubitt
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Correct Answer: D [Lieutenant William George Cubitt]
Notes:
Lieutenant William George Cubitt was awarded the Victoria Cross for courageous actions during the British retreat at the Battle of Chinhat, Lucknow, on 30 June 1857, becoming one of the early recipients of this highest military decoration during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
