Q.31
Medium
Which Mughal emperor built the Akbari Mahal in Agra, demonstrating Indo-Islamic architecture?
A Babur
B Akbar
C Jahangir
D Shah Jahan
Explanation:
Akbar patronized Indo-Islamic architecture during his reign, with several architectural projects commissioned during his time.
Q.32
Medium
The Ramakrishna Mission's influence in UP is strongest in which city?
A Lucknow
B Varanasi
C Kanpur
D Agra
Correct Answer:
B. Varanasi Explanation:
Varanasi has significant Ramakrishna Mission presence due to its spiritual significance and connection to Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa's teachings.
Q.33
Medium
Which Nawab of Awadh established the Husainabad Imambara in Lucknow?
A Saadat Ali Khan
B Muhammad Ali Shah
C Nasir-ud-Din Haider
D Wajid Ali Shah
Correct Answer:
C. Nasir-ud-Din Haider Explanation:
Nasir-ud-Din Haider built the Husainabad Imambara as a family mausoleum in Lucknow in the 19th century.
Q.34
Medium
Which district of UP has the highest population density according to the 2021 census trends?
A Lucknow
B Kanpur Nagar
C Ghaziabad
D Varanasi
Correct Answer:
C. Ghaziabad Explanation:
Ghaziabad district has one of the highest population densities in UP due to urbanization and proximity to Delhi.
Q.35
Medium
The Roohi Afza drink, a cultural icon of UP, originated during which period?
A British era
B Mughal era
C Early 20th century
D Nawabi era
Correct Answer:
C. Early 20th century Explanation:
Roohi Afza was created in the early 20th century and is deeply associated with Indian (especially UP) Ramadan culture.
Q.36
Medium
Which UP-based museum houses artifacts related to Indian independence struggle?
A Lucknow Museum
B National Museum Delhi
C Allahabad Museum
D Sarnath Museum
Correct Answer:
C. Allahabad Museum Explanation:
The Allahabad Museum (now Prayagraj Museum) has extensive collections related to the independence struggle and Nehru family.
Q.37
Medium
Which city in UP serves as the primary cotton trading center?
A Kanpur
B Bareilly
C Meerut
D Moradabad
Correct Answer:
A. Kanpur Explanation:
Kanpur is historically known as a major cotton trading and textile manufacturing center in India.
Q.38
Medium
Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bengal' but flows through UP before entering West Bengal?
A Kosi River
B Brahmaputra River
C Mahananda River
D Teesta River
Correct Answer:
A. Kosi River Explanation:
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.39
Medium
The Gomti River, a significant tributary of the Ganges, originates from which district of UP?
A Shahjahanpur
B Lucknow
C Kanpur
D Varanasi
Correct Answer:
A. Shahjahanpur Explanation:
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.40
Medium
In which year did the Lucknow Pact get signed between Congress and Muslim League?
Explanation:
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.
