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Q.61
Medium
General Studies I
The Gomti River, an important tributary of Ganges, originates from which region?
AHimalayas near Uttarkashi
BPilibhit district of UP
CShivaliks near Nainital
DWestern ghats of MP
Correct Answer:
C. Shivaliks near NainitalExplanation:
The Gomti River originates from the Shivalik range near Nainital and flows through UP, particularly through Lucknow.
Q.62
Medium
General Studies I
Which Mughal emperor built the Akbari Mahal in Agra, demonstrating Indo-Islamic architecture?
ABabur
BAkbar
CJahangir
DShah Jahan
Explanation:
Akbar patronized Indo-Islamic architecture during his reign, with several architectural projects commissioned during his time.
Q.63
Easy
General Studies I
What is the primary occupation in rural areas of Uttar Pradesh?
AFishing
BAgriculture
CMining
DSericulture
Correct Answer:
B. AgricultureExplanation:
Agriculture is the primary occupation in rural UP, with wheat, rice, and sugarcane being major crops.
Q.64
Medium
General Studies I
The Ramakrishna Mission's influence in UP is strongest in which city?
ALucknow
BVaranasi
CKanpur
DAgra
Correct Answer:
B. VaranasiExplanation:
Varanasi has significant Ramakrishna Mission presence due to its spiritual significance and connection to Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa's teachings.
Q.65
Medium
General Studies I
Which Nawab of Awadh established the Husainabad Imambara in Lucknow?
ASaadat Ali Khan
BMuhammad Ali Shah
CNasir-ud-Din Haider
DWajid Ali Shah
Correct Answer:
C. Nasir-ud-Din HaiderExplanation:
Nasir-ud-Din Haider built the Husainabad Imambara as a family mausoleum in Lucknow in the 19th century.
Q.66
Easy
General Studies I
The Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj occurs at what interval?
AEvery year
BEvery 2 years
CEvery 6 years
DEvery 12 years
Correct Answer:
D. Every 12 yearsExplanation:
The Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj is held every 12 years, with Ardh Kumbh held every 6 years.
Q.67
Hard
General Studies I
Which historical battle between Mughals and Marathas was fought in the region of Uttar Pradesh?
ABattle of Plassey
BBattle of Khajwa
CBattle of Talikota
DBattle of Buxar
Correct Answer:
B. Battle of KhajwaExplanation:
The Battle of Khajwa (1659) was fought between Mughal forces and Maratha forces in UP, resulting in a Mughal victory.
Q.68
Easy
General Studies I
The Sarnath Buddhist site, though in Varanasi UP, is associated with which event?
ABuddha's birth
BBuddha's first sermon after enlightenment
CBuddha's meditation site
DBuddha's death
Correct Answer:
B. Buddha's first sermon after enlightenmentExplanation:
Sarnath is where Buddha delivered his first sermon (Dharmachakraparivartan) after attaining enlightenment.
Q.69
Medium
General Studies I
Which district of UP has the highest population density according to the 2021 census trends?
ALucknow
BKanpur Nagar
CGhaziabad
DVaranasi
Correct Answer:
C. GhaziabadExplanation:
Ghaziabad district has one of the highest population densities in UP due to urbanization and proximity to Delhi.
Q.70
Medium
General Studies I
The Roohi Afza drink, a cultural icon of UP, originated during which period?
ABritish era
BMughal era
CEarly 20th century
DNawabi era
Correct Answer:
C. Early 20th centuryExplanation:
Roohi Afza was created in the early 20th century and is deeply associated with Indian (especially UP) Ramadan culture.
