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UPPCS Prelims 2022: GS Paper I questions

150 solved questions with answers and explanations, grouped by subject.

History and Culture 25 questions

  1. Q1Which of the following Rock Edict of Ashoka speaks of religious synthesis ?Buddhism and JainismAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q10Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q19Consider the following events of the reign of Aurangzeb and arrange them in chronological order : 1. Battle…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q31With reference to Chandragupta – II, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. The strongest…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q40Who was the founder of 'Satyashodhak Samaj' having its primary emphasis on the seeking of truth ?1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q44Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…ArchitectureAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q56From which archaeological site of Indus Valley Civilization, the figures or models of boat are found ?Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q60Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order. I. The foundation of Gadar Party II…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q66Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q70Who was the founder of 'Hindustan Socialist Democratic Union' ?Freedom struggleAnswer being checked →
  11. Q75In which of the following stupas, the features of a plateform with 'Aryak-Pillars' are found ?ArchitectureAnswer being checked →
  12. Q82Who among the following had translated Chintamani Bhatt's Sanskrit text 'Suka Saptati' in Persian and gave it…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q87Jyotiba Phule was associated with1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q91Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q97Who returned the 'Knighthood' title to the British Government in reaction against Jalianwala Bagh Massacre ?Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q101Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer being checked →
  17. Q106Arrange the following conquests of Alauddin Khilji in chronological order. 1. Ranthambor 2. Gujarat…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q112Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q120Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched ?Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q125Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q129From which place Jayata and Kumpa were associated who impressed Shershah with their valour ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q136Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order. I. Battle of Mudki II. Battle of Porto…British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q140The first Interim National Government was announced onFreedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q143Which Mughal ruler patronaged Kavindra Acharya Saraswati of Banaras, a great scholar of Sanskrit and Hindi ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q150Which one of the following is correctly matched ?1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →

Polity 19 questions

  1. Q16Consider the following Political Parties and arrange them in the chronological order of their establishment…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q22The audit report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is examined byParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q27Who among the following have signed the agreement to resolve Assam – Meghalaya border dispute in March 2022 ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q28Which one of the following is the targeted group under the 'Pradhan Mantri Swanidhi Scheme' ?Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q38Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q46Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q48Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q52Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q71Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched ? (State – Members in the Legislative Assembly)ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q76When was the Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act passed by Indian Parliament ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q81Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Lok Sabha – Election Year)ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q83By which amendment of the Constitution, 'Delhi' has been made National Capital Region ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q99The concept of 'Basic Structure of the Constitution' was propounded by the Supreme Court in the case ofJudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q115Which of the following is NOT a fundamental duty ?Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q119Which one of the following did NOT serve as Vice President before assuming the office of the President of…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q126Right to Education has been included into the Fundamental Rights by theRights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q135A Joint Public Service Commission for two or more States can be established byConstitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q139Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q146Consider the following subjects and arrange them into sequential order as mentioned in the Constitution. I…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →

Geography 25 questions

  1. Q8Which one of the following is correctly matched ?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q11Which religious group in India has its highest urban population ?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q12Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q14Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Aluminium Plants – Location)India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q21Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q33Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q42Which among the following is an important mineral of Pegu Yoma region of Myanmar ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q47Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q49Which of the following cities is NOT part of the Sunni Triangle in Iraq ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q51As of early 2022, which country was at the top in steel production in the world ?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q58Which of the following coasts is the largest tidal energy producing area in India ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q79Which one of the following river basins is the largest in respect to area ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q84Which country has natural arsenic water contamination ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q89Which two of the following are correctly matched ? (Tribe – State) 1. Keria – Odisha 2. Kuki – Uttar Pradesh…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q93The earth atmosphere is mainly heated by which one of the following ?Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q96Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q98Which of the following mountain ranges are in the Himalayan mountains ? 1. Cho Oyu 2. Lhotse 3. Annamalai…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q100Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q105Kara Kum desert is situated in which of the following countries ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q114With reference to India which of the following statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. India is the sixth largest…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q127With reference to Borneo Island, located in South-East Asia, which of the following statements is/are true ?…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q138Famous 'Ruhr coalfield' is situated in which of the following countries ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q141Which one of the following is a land locked country ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q145Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q149Which two of the following States are the leading producers of Iron-Ore in India as per the Annual Report of…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →

Economy 16 questions

  1. Q13United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has identified following categories of poverty. Which one is…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q18'Poverty is regarded as a social problem' which was the outcome of a survey research on poverty in London…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q26Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q29Arrange the following countries on the basis of 'Human Development Index 2022' in descending order. 1. Japan…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q32T. Malthus propounded one of the most famous theories, called 'The Malthusian Theory' which is related toIndustry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q45The demographic dividend isIndustry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q59'Jal Jeevan Mission' Scheme was declared in the Union Budget of which Financial Year ?Budget and taxesAnswer being checked →
  8. Q61The idea of 'Rurbanization' was elaborated by which one of the following sociologists ?Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q73According to 'World Happiness Index – 2022' what is the rank of India ?Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q86Consider the following statements about farm subsidies in India. 1. The input subsidies in India, such as on…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q90L.B.S. is one of the economic measures taken by the Government of India for financial inclusion. What is…Money and bankingAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q107Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q118Which of the following three States of India were top performing States under 'NITI Ayog's State Energy and…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q122Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q128Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about 'Make in India' Programme ? 1. 'Make in India'…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q144Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →

Environment 22 questions

  1. Q2Which of the following Wildlife Sanctuaries of U.P. was established in 1975 ?Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q5When the Environment (Protection) Act for the protection and preservation of environment was passed by the…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q9Dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane (DDT) is aPollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q20Keibul Lamjao National Park is located in which lake ?Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q25Which of the following is NOT a green house gas ?Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q30In the context of permissible noise level match List – I with List – II and select the answer from the code…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q37The main purpose of 'Ganga Action Plan' project, launched in 1985, wasPollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q41Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q55Which of the following mammals lays eggs ?BiodiversityAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q65Eco mark is given to a product which isPollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q68The Union Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate change, Government of India has announced 'Dolphin…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q72Photo chemical smog always containsPollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q80Which of the following trees is dangerous for environment ?EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q95Which one of the following Watershed Development Projects sponsored by the Central Government of India aims…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q103Dudhwa National Park is situated in which of the following districts of Uttar Pradesh ?Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q108According to the annual 'Frontier Report -2022' released by U. N. Environment Programme, which Indian city…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q121Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q123As per the 'India State of Forest Report – 2021' which of the following States has registered maximum…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q131Given below are two statements one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q134Which of the following material is bio-degradable ?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q137On which date Ozone Day is observed ?Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q148With reference to ecological niche, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. It represents the…EcologyAnswer + explanation →

Science and Technology 18 questions

  1. Q4Most of the sources of energy we use, represent stored solar energy. Which of the following is NOT ultimately…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q24Which one of the following is NOT an example of bio-mass energy source ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q34Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q36The atmosphere of Saturn contains which one of the following gas in large quantity ?SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q54Thermodynamically the most stable form of carbon isPhysics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q62Sinovac given for Covid-19 is aBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q64The bacillus haemophilus influenza causesBiology and healthAnswer being checked →
  8. Q67Solar energy is converted into electric energy throughPhysics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q69The dengue fever is caused by the bite of which of the following mosquitoes ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q74Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched ? (Quantity – S. I. Unit)Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q92Which among the following compounds is the main constituent of natural gas ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q104Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is mainly composed ofPhysics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q109Who is the record holder for single longest space flight by 'NASA' astronaut abroad the International Space…SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q113Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q117The first airport powered by solar energy in India isPhysics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q124Sulpha drug is which of the following types of drug ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q130Which one of the following pair is NOT correctly matched ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q142In which of the following types of heat engines carburetor is used ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →

International Relations and Current Affairs 19 questions

  1. Q3With reference to valuable I.T. Brands, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. 'Accenture' is…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q6Which Indian player has won the Gold Medal in Men's 200 mtrs. Butterfly Swimming Event held in Copenhagen in…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q15What is 'Party Gate Scandal of United Kingdom' ? It isSchemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q17What is the name of the test for undergraduate admission in Central Universities Single Window Admission for…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q23According to 'Global Business Cities Index' of January 2022, which of the following is the top business city…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q35With reference to Common Wealth Games Scheduled in 2022 and 2026, which of the following statements is/are…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q39Which State of India has launched the country's first digital water data bank 'Aquarium' for clean water and…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q50Who among the following has become the first woman President of Tanjania in April 2022 ?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q53Who among the following has won the women's single title in the Syed Modi International Tournament held in…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q63Medical students of India were brought to India from Ukraine by Indian Government under which of the…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q77Who among the following was the winner of Miss World – 2021, which was held in March 2022 in Puerto Rico ?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q78Which one of the following is NOT a 'Sustainable Development Goal' (SDG) target to be achieved by 2030 ?International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q85At which one of the following place, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is going to establish Global…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q94With reference to the BIMSTEC, which of the following statements is/are true ? 1. P. M. Narendra Modi…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q102With reference to the 'India Smart City Awards Contest – 2020' that was given in April 2022, match List – I…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q116Which of the following statements about Lata Mangeshkar is/are true ? 1. She was the first Indian artist ever…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q132Which one of the famous buildings of New Delhi has been converted into Prime Ministers' Museum ?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q133Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q147With reference to 45th World Bridge Championship which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. The…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →

Uttar Pradesh Special 6 questions

  1. Q7With reference to Budget of Uttar Pradesh for Financial Year 2020 – 21, which of the following Statement(s)…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q43On the basis of 'one district one product' programme in Uttar Pradesh, which one of the following pairs is…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q57Consider the following cities of Uttar Pradesh and arrange them in descending order in terms of their…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q88On which date 'Uttar Pradesh Day' is celebrated ?UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q110With reference to Western Uttar Pradesh, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. Western region…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q111Which one of the following dams is NOT in Uttar Pradesh ?UP specialAnswer + explanation →