Which Mughal emperor built the Akbari Mahal in Agra, demonstrating Indo-Islamic architecture?

The correct answer is B: Akbar. Akbar patronized Indo-Islamic architecture during his reign, with several architectural projects commissioned during his time.

The Jantar Mantar in Delhi was built by which Mughal emperor, with influence from UP scholarship?

The correct answer is B: Muhammad Shah. Muhammad Shah commissioned Maharaja Jai Singh II to build Jantar Mantar in 1724.

Which river, originating in the Vindhya Range and flowing through UP, is considered one of the major tributaries of the Yamuna?

The correct answer is A: Betwa River. The Betwa River originates in the Vindhya Range in Madhya Pradesh and flows through UP before joining the Yamuna near Hamirpur. It is a significant tributary of the Yamuna.

Which monument in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, was constructed using marble from which location?

The correct answer is B: Makrana. The Taj Mahal and other monuments in Agra were constructed using white marble primarily sourced from Makrana in Rajasthan, known for its high-quality marble.

Which UP-based mathematician and astronomer authored the 'Sulbasutras' containing early geometric principles?

The correct answer is C: Authors of Sulbasutras are anonymous Vedic scholars. The Sulbasutras were authored by anonymous Vedic scholars and contain early geometric and mathematical principles used in Vedic rituals and altar construction.

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Q.11 Easy General Studies I

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.

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Q.12 Easy General Studies I

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'.

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Q.13 Easy General Studies I

In which year was the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) established?

A 1974

B 1976

C 1978

D 1980

Correct Answer: B. 1976

EXPLANATION

UPSSSC was established in 1976 to conduct examinations for recruitment to various subordinate services in UP.

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Q.14 Easy General Studies I

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).

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Q.15 Easy General Studies I

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.

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Q.16 Easy General Studies I

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.

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Q.17 Easy General Studies I

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.

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Q.18 Easy General Studies I

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.

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Q.19 Easy General Studies I

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.

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Q.20 Easy General Studies I

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.

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