UPPSC draws one of the largest applicant pools of any state commission, which pushes cutoffs up and leaves very little room for a weak section. Questions here cover Uttar Pradesh history, geography and economy, Indian polity and constitution, general science, and current affairs. The difficulty is pitched at the level the commission has actually used, so your accuracy here is a fair signal rather than a comfortable one.
The Sarnath Archaeological Museum in Varanasi houses artifacts from which historical period?
Answer: A
The Sarnath Archaeological Museum contains significant artifacts from the Mauryan period and Buddhist era, including the famous Lion Capital of Ashoka and Buddhist sculptures.
Q.22Medium
Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' but also flows through UP?
Answer: A
The Kosi River is historically known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to frequent floods, though it originates in Nepal and flows through Bihar primarily.
Q.23Medium
Which ancient kingdom had its capital at Ayodhya during the Mauryan period?
Answer: A
Kosala was an ancient kingdom with Ayodhya as its capital, mentioned in Buddhist and Hindu texts.
Q.24Medium
Which Nawab of Awadh is known for his architectural contributions including the Hussainabad Imambara?
Answer: A
Muhammad Ali Shah, the ninth Nawab of Awadh, built the Hussainabad Imambara in 1837.
Q.25Medium
The Gomti River, a major tributary, joins the Ganges at which city?
Answer: D
# Solution: Gomti River Confluence with Ganges
The Gomti River is a significant tributary of the Ganges River system, and knowing its confluence point is important for Indian geography.
Step 1: Identify the Gomti River
The Gomti River originates in the Pilibhit district of Uttar Pradesh and flows through several major cities including Lucknow before joining the Ganges River at Allahabad.
Step 2: Locate the Confluence Point
Allahabad, also known as Prayagraj, is situated at the confluence of three rivers: the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. The Gomti River joins the Ganges at this sacred city in Uttar Pradesh.
Final Answer: (D) Allahabad
Q.26Medium
Which historical fort in UP served as the last refuge for the 1857 rebels?
Answer: B
Jhansi Fort, though technically in MP, was significant; Lucknow Residency was the notable UP location of 1857 conflict.
Q.27Medium
The terracotta art tradition of UP is primarily associated with which city?
Answer: B
Khurja in Bulandshahr district is famous for its traditional terracotta pottery.
Q.28Medium
Which district in UP is known for diamond mining and trading?
Answer: A
Panna district in UP is famous for diamond reserves and mining operations.
Q.29Medium
Which ancient text associated with UP scholars describes Vedic mathematics?
Answer: A
Sulbasutras are ancient texts dealing with geometry and mathematics related to Vedic rituals.
Q.30Medium
The Gomti River, an important tributary of Ganges, originates from which region?
Answer: C
The Gomti River originates from the Shivalik range near Nainital and flows through UP, particularly through Lucknow.
Q.31Medium
Which Mughal emperor built the Akbari Mahal in Agra, demonstrating Indo-Islamic architecture?
Answer: B
Akbar patronized Indo-Islamic architecture during his reign, with several architectural projects commissioned during his time.
Q.32Medium
The Ramakrishna Mission's influence in UP is strongest in which city?
Answer: B
Varanasi has significant Ramakrishna Mission presence due to its spiritual significance and connection to Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa's teachings.
Q.33Medium
Which Nawab of Awadh established the Husainabad Imambara in Lucknow?
Answer: B
Nasir-ud-Din Haider built the Husainabad Imambara as a family mausoleum in Lucknow in the 19th century.
Q.34Medium
Which district of UP has the highest population density according to the 2021 census trends?
Answer: C
Ghaziabad district has one of the highest population densities in UP due to urbanization and proximity to Delhi.
Q.35Medium
The Roohi Afza drink, a cultural icon of UP, originated during which period?
Answer: C
Roohi Afza was created in the early 20th century and is deeply associated with Indian (especially UP) Ramadan culture.
Q.36Medium
Which UP-based museum houses artifacts related to Indian independence struggle?
Answer: C
The Allahabad Museum (now Prayagraj Museum) has extensive collections related to the independence struggle and Nehru family.
Q.37Medium
Which city in UP serves as the primary cotton trading center?
Answer: A
Kanpur is historically known as a major cotton trading and textile manufacturing center in India.
Q.38Medium
Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal' but flows through UP before entering West Bengal?
Answer: A
The Kosi River, originating in the Himalayas, flows through Bihar and UP before entering West Bengal. It is called the 'Sorrow of Bengal' due to frequent devastating floods.
Q.39Medium
The Gomti River, a significant tributary of the Ganges, originates from which district of UP?
Answer: A
The Gomti River originates from the Fulhaar Lake in Shahjahanpur district of UP and flows through Lucknow before merging with the Ganges at Varanasi.
Q.40Medium
In which year did the Lucknow Pact get signed between Congress and Muslim League?
Answer: B
The Lucknow Pact was signed in 1916 between the Indian National Congress and the All-India Muslim League to coordinate their efforts in the freedom struggle.
