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Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission

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The Varanasi Silk Weaving industry produces which type of fabric known internationally?
A Banarasi Saree
B Chanderi Saree
C Katan Saree
D Paithani Saree
Correct Answer:  A. Banarasi Saree
EXPLANATION

Varanasi is world-famous for producing Banarasi Sarees, known for their exquisite gold and silver zari work, intricate designs, and fine silk fabric.

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Which historical city in UP was the capital of the Awadh region during the Nawabi period?
A Varanasi
B Lucknow
C Kanpur
D Allahabad
Correct Answer:  B. Lucknow
EXPLANATION

Lucknow was the capital of the Awadh (Oudh) region and served as the seat of the Nawabs, developing into a major cultural and administrative center during the 18th-19th centuries.

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Which district in UP is famous for the Kumbh Mela, one of the world's largest religious gatherings?
A Mathura
B Allahabad
C Varanasi
D Agra
Correct Answer:  B. Allahabad
EXPLANATION

Allahabad (now Prayagraj) is the primary site of the Kumbh Mela, held at the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers, attracting millions of pilgrims.

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Which river forms the boundary between Uttar Pradesh and Bihar?
A Yamuna River
B Ganges River
C Gomti River
D Chambal River
Correct Answer:  B. Ganges River
EXPLANATION

The Ganges River forms the boundary between Uttar Pradesh and Bihar for a significant portion of its course through northern India.

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Which city in Uttar Pradesh is known as the 'Manchester of India' due to its textile industry?
A Kanpur
B Varanasi
C Agra
D Lucknow
Correct Answer:  A. Kanpur
EXPLANATION

Kanpur is historically known as the 'Manchester of India' because of its well-developed textile and leather industries established during British rule.

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The Gomti River is a tributary of which major river?
A Brahmaputra
B Ganga
C Narmada
D Chambal
Correct Answer:  B. Ganga
EXPLANATION

The Gomti River is a tributary of the Ganga River, flowing through Lucknow and other parts of UP.

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Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in UP is also known as the Jewel of India?
A Agra Fort
B Taj Mahal
C Fatehpur Sikri
D Varanasi
Correct Answer:  B. Taj Mahal
EXPLANATION

The Taj Mahal in Agra is often referred to as the 'Jewel of India' and is one of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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Which is the longest river flowing through Uttar Pradesh?
A Yamuna
B Ganga
C Gomti
D Betwa
Correct Answer:  B. Ganga
EXPLANATION

The Ganga (Ganges) River is the longest river flowing through UP, spanning a significant length across the state.

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What is the capital of Uttar Pradesh?
A Varanasi
B Agra
C Lucknow
D Kanpur
Correct Answer:  C. Lucknow
EXPLANATION

Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh and the largest city in the state by population.

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Uttar Pradesh shares its border with how many states?
A 8 states
B 9 states
C 10 states
D 7 states
Correct Answer:  A. 8 states
EXPLANATION

UP shares borders with 8 states: Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttarakhand.

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