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What is the primary occupation in rural areas of Uttar Pradesh?
A
Fishing
B
Agriculture
C
Mining
D
Sericulture
Correct Answer:
B. Agriculture
EXPLANATION
Agriculture is the primary occupation in rural UP, with wheat, rice, and sugarcane being major crops.
Which district in Uttar Pradesh is known for the production of brass handicrafts?
A
Moradabad
B
Varanasi
C
Agra
D
Bareilly
Correct Answer:
A. Moradabad
EXPLANATION
Moradabad is famous worldwide for its brass handicrafts industry and is known as the 'Brass City of India'.
In which year was the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) established?
A
1974
B
1976
C
1978
D
1980
EXPLANATION
UPSSSC was established in 1976 to conduct examinations for recruitment to various subordinate services in UP.
Which river is the longest tributary of the Ganges and flows through Uttar Pradesh?
A
Yamuna River
B
Gomti River
C
Rapti River
D
Tons River
Correct Answer:
A. Yamuna River
EXPLANATION
The Yamuna is the longest tributary of the Ganges, flowing through UP and joining the Ganges at Prayagraj (Allahabad).
The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was an agreement between which two entities?
A
Congress and Muslim League
B
Congress and British
C
Muslim League and British
D
Congress and Princes
Correct Answer:
A. Congress and Muslim League
EXPLANATION
The Lucknow Pact was signed between the Indian National Congress and the All-India Muslim League in 1916.
The Awadhi cuisine tradition originated from which city in UP?
A
Lucknow
B
Varanasi
C
Kanpur
D
Agra
Correct Answer:
A. Lucknow
EXPLANATION
Lucknow is the cultural heart of Awadh and is famous for Awadhi cuisine, including biryani and kebabs.
Which UP-based saint and philosopher is known for the Bhakti movement?
A
Kabir Das
B
Ravidas
C
Tulsi Das
D
All of the above
Correct Answer:
D. All of the above
EXPLANATION
Kabir Das (Varanasi), Ravidas (Benares), and Tulsi Das (Chitrakoot) all were UP-based Bhakti saints.
The Kumbh Mela in Allahabad (Prayagraj) is held at which interval?
A
Every 2 years
B
Every 6 years
C
Every 12 years
D
Every 144 years
Correct Answer:
C. Every 12 years
EXPLANATION
The Kumbh Mela is held at 12-year intervals at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj.
Which district in UP is famous for brassware and metalwork?
A
Moradabad
B
Kanpur
C
Agra
D
Meerut
Correct Answer:
A. Moradabad
EXPLANATION
Moradabad is renowned as the 'City of Brass' in UP, famous for its brass and metalware industry.
The Ramnagar Fort in Varanasi is situated on the banks of which river?
A
Yamuna River
B
Ganges River
C
Gomti River
D
Sai River
Correct Answer:
B. Ganges River
EXPLANATION
Ramnagar Fort is located on the eastern bank of the Ganges River in Varanasi.
