Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal' but flows through Uttar Pradesh as well?
Answer: A
The Kosi River, originating in Nepal, is known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal' due to frequent floods. It flows through UP before entering Bihar.
Q.2Easy
Uttar Pradesh shares its border with how many states?
Answer: A
UP shares borders with 8 states: Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttarakhand.
Q.3Medium
In which year did UP become the most populous state in India?
Answer: B
Uttar Pradesh has been the most populous state in India since the first post-independence census in 1951. At that time, its population was recorded at approximately 60.3 million (6.03 crore).
Q.4Medium
The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was signed between which two organizations?
Answer: A
The Lucknow Pact was signed in 1916 between the Indian National Congress and All-India Muslim League to secure joint demands for constitutional reforms.
Q.5Hard
Which Mughal emperor built the Bara Imambara in Lucknow?
Answer: D
The Bara Imambara was not built by a Mughal emperor; it was built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula, the Fourth Nawab of Awadh, in 1784.
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Q.6Easy
What is the capital of Uttar Pradesh?
Answer: C
Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh and the largest city in the state by population.
Q.7Hard
The Chaurassi Gumbad is located in which district of UP?
Answer: A
Chauraschi Gumbad (84 domes) is a historical structure located in Jaunpur district, built during the Sharqi dynasty period.
Q.8Easy
Which is the longest river flowing through Uttar Pradesh?
Answer: B
The Ganga (Ganges) River is the longest river flowing through UP, spanning a significant length across the state.
Q.9Medium
The Battle of Plassey (1757) was fought between Robert Clive and which ruler?
Answer: A
The Battle of Plassey was fought between Robert Clive of the British East India Company and Siraj-ud-Daulah, the Nawab of Bengal.
Q.10Easy
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in UP is also known as the Jewel of India?
Answer: B
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.
Q.11Medium
The Revolt of 1857 started in UP at which location?
Answer: B
The Indian Rebellion of 1857 began at Meerut in Uttar Pradesh on May 10, 1857, when sepoys rebelled against the British East India Company.
Q.12Medium
Which saint was associated with the Bhakti Movement in UP?
Answer: A
Kabir Das (1440-1518) was a prominent saint-poet of the Bhakti Movement who lived and preached in Varanasi, UP.
Q.13Easy
The Gomti River is a tributary of which major river?
Answer: B
The Gomti River is a tributary of the Ganga River, flowing through Lucknow and other parts of UP.
Q.14Medium
Which Mughal emperor built Fatehpur Sikri near Agra?
Answer: B
Emperor Akbar built Fatehpur Sikri (City of Victory) as his capital from 1571-1585, though he later shifted to Agra.
Q.15Medium
The Benares Hindu University was founded by which freedom fighter and educationist?
Answer: B
Madan Mohan Malaviya founded the Benares Hindu University (now Banaras Hindu University) in 1916 at Varanasi.
Q.16Hard
Which district of UP has the highest population density?
Answer: C
Ghaziabad, located near Delhi, has the highest population density among UP districts due to rapid urbanization and proximity to the national capital.
Q.17Hard
The Awadh region of UP was historically known by which other name?
Answer: A
Awadh (Oudh) corresponds to the ancient kingdom of Kosala mentioned in Vedic texts and Buddhist literature.
Q.18Medium
Which national park in UP is known for its tiger reserves?
Answer: A
Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand (formerly part of UP) is famous for tiger conservation, though Dudhwa NP in UP is also known for wildlife.
Q.19Hard
The Qutub Minar, though located in Delhi, was built during the rule of which sultanate that also controlled parts of UP?
Answer: B
The Qutub Minar was begun by Qutub-ud-Din Aibak of the Slave Dynasty, who also controlled territories in UP.
Q.20Easy
Which city in Uttar Pradesh is known as the 'Manchester of India' due to its textile industry?
Answer: A
Kanpur is historically known as the 'Manchester of India' because of its well-developed textile and leather industries established during British rule.
