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UPPCS Prelims 2025: GS Paper I questions

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

History and Culture 24 questions

  1. Q2Which of the following sites were obtained by the British East India Company under the Treaty of Sugauli in…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q12Arrange the following in chronological order of their rule and select the correct answer from the code given…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q23Consider the following wars and arrange them in correct chronological order. 1. First Anglo-Mysore War…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q26Four Buddhist Councils were held at the following places. Arrange them in correct chronological order and…Buddhism and JainismAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q32Consider the following events and arrange them in correct chronological order. 1. Poona Pact 2. End of Civil…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q36Given below are two statements one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q41Consider the following revolts and arrange them in correct chronological order. 1. Pabna 2. Indigo 3. Kuka…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q47Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q52Consider the following events and arrange them in correct chronological order. 1. Cripps Mission 2. Cabinet…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q56Arrange the following saints in correct chronological order and select the correct answer from the code given…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q63Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…ArchitectureAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q69With reference to the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle, 1748, which of the following statements is/are correct?…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q80Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q91Arrange the following events in correct chronological order and select the correct answer from the code given…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q92Which one of the following books is NOT written by Kalidas? 1. Meghaduta 2. Raghuvamsam 3. Shringar Shatak…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q101Which of the following archaeological sites related to Indus Valley civilization are situated in present day…Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q105Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q117Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I (Ruler)…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q119Arrange the following conquests of Alauddin Khalji in correct chronological order and select the correct…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q128Consider the following events and arrange them in correct chronological order. 1. Acquisition of Awadh by the…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q132Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q140Which of the following events took place in the year 1911? 1. Partition of Bengal revoked 2. Transfer of…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q147Who among the following resigned from the Viceroy's Executive Council, saddened by the Jallianwala Bagh…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q149Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →

Polity 21 questions

  1. Q4With reference to creation of new All India Service, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. In…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q13Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I (State)…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q16Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q22With reference to Public Accounts Committee, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Public…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q29Which of the following pairs of Part of Indian Constitution and its subject is/are NOT correctly matched?…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q33Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I (Lok…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q38Which among the following words were inserted in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution by the 42nd…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q43Which of the following is/are a Financial Committee of Parliament in India? 1. Public Accounts Committee…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q48Consider the formation of the following States of India and arrange them in correct chronological order…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q54Who among the following were the members of the Fazal Ali Commission? 1. K. T. Shah 2. K. M. Panikkar 3. P…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q58Consider the tenure of the following Presidents of India and arrange them in correct chronological order…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q64Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q74With reference to Panchayati Raj Institutions in India which of the following statements is/are correct?…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q76With reference to 'Vice-President of India', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q93Which of the following languages is/are NOT included in the Eighth Schedule of Indian Constitution? 1. Nepali…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q100Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q106With reference to the 'Joint Sitting of Parliament', which of the following statements is/are correct?…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q116Consider the following Election Reforms in India and arrange them in correct chronological order starting…Constitutional bodiesAnswer being checked →
  19. Q137Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q141Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q150With reference to Municipalities, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The eligible age to be…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →

Geography 23 questions

  1. Q1Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? (Coal Producing Area – State) 1. Maolong – Arunachal…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q8With reference to 'Atal Tunnel' which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. This tunnel is the…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q19Which of the following pairs is/are NOT correctly matched? (Tribe – Habitat) 1. Bushman – Kalahari Desert…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q25Which of the following rivers fall into the Arabian Sea? 1. Periyar 2. Pennar 3. Palar Select the correct…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q35With reference to hydroelectricity in North India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. There…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q51Arrange the following States of India in the ascending order on the basis of their area and select the…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q61Suez canal connects which of the following? 1. Atlantic Ocean 2. Red Sea 3. Mediterranean Sea 4. Indian Ocean…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q67Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I (State)…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q70The Gobi Desert is spread across which of the following countries? 1. Mongolia 2. China 3. Russia…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q71Consider the following sources of world water supply and arrange them in descending order. 1. Oceans…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q72Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer by using the code given below the lists. List-I (Coal…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q85Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q87Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q90Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I (Port)…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q96Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q103Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q112With reference to 'Brazil' which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The equatorial rainforests of…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q120Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q130With reference to the 'Indian Ocean', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It was called by…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q133Which of the following is/are NOT a cold ocean current? 1. Agulhas current 2. Brazil current 3. Humboldt…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q135Which of the following pairs is/are NOT correctly matched? (Pass – State/Union Territory) 1. Lipulekh…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q143Which of the following pairs is/are NOT correctly matched? (City – River) 1. Budapest – Danube 2. Cologne…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q146Which of the following pair is/are NOT correctly matched? (Dam – River) 1. Baglihar Dam – Chenab 2. Pandoh…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →

Economy 19 questions

  1. Q11Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q15Consider the following and arrange them in the correct chronological order. 1. Atal Mission for Rejuvenation…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q24Which among the following is/are NOT a social indicator of poverty? 1. Illiteracy 2. Safe drinking water…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q37Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana comes under which of the following? 1. Ministry of Corporate Affairs 2. Ministry…Money and bankingAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q39Consider the following and arrange them in correct chronological order. 1. Jawahar Rojgar Yojana…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q53Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q55With reference to 'Human Development Index', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The UNDP…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q57Which of the following is/are NOT a dimension of food security? 1. Availability 2. Accessibility…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q68Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q79Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? (Railway Zone – Headquarter) 1. Northern Railway – New…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q111Consider the following Committees relating to poverty and arrange their formation in correct chronological…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q121Global Wage Report 2024-25 was released by which of the following organisation? 1. International Labour…External sectorAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q122Consider the following and arrange them in correct chronological order. 1. Food for work programme…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q123Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I (Finance…Budget and taxesAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q124With reference to 'Multi-Dimensional Poverty Index', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q129Who among the following introduced the concept of entitlements in food security? 1. M. S. Swaminathan 2. Atul…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q131With reference to World Bank and International Monetary Fund, which of the following statements is/are…External sectorAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q144Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q148The Global Financial Stability Report is released by which among the following? 1. International Monetary…External sectorAnswer + explanation →

Environment 14 questions

  1. Q3With reference to Global Environment Facility, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It was…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q9Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I (National…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q18With reference to Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE), which of the following statements is/are correct?…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q31With reference to 'Operation Olivia', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q34With reference to lichens, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Lichens are very good…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q44With reference to 'ozone layer', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Ozone layer shields the…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q82With reference to Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Income (MISHTI), which of the…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q89With reference to 'Ecosystem', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Green plants in…EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q107The Appiko Movement is associated with which of the following Indian States? 1. Uttarakhand 2. Uttar Pradesh…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q113Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q118Which of the following prepared the Annual Groundwater Quality Report 2024? 1. Central Pollution Control…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q134With reference to 'Carrying Capacity of Environment', which of the following statements is/are correct?…EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q138Which of the following pairs is/are NOT correctly matched? (Biosphere Reserve – State) 1. Nokrek – Manipur…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q142With reference to 'Delhi Government's Bio-decomposer and Spray Programme', which of the following statements…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →

Science and Technology 18 questions

  1. Q5With reference to 'Baking Soda', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is Sodium hydrogen…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q6Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists: List-I…SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q7Which of the following two are the major constituent of Bio-gas? 1. Methane 2. Butane 3. Carbon dioxide…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q10Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I (Nuclear…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q20Which of the following gasses is/are lighter than air? 1. Hydrogen chloride 2. Sulfur dioxide 3. Helium…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q21With reference to 'earthworms', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Earthworms improves soil…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q30Which of the following enzymes is/are released in stomach for protein digestion? 1. Chymotrypsin 2. Trypsin…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q50Which of the following statements with reference to 'blood' is/are correct? 1. Blood is composed of plasma…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q59Which of the following pairs is/are NOT correctly matched? (Acid – Acid found in) 1. Lactic acid – Curd…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q66Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Dolphins and Whales breathe through blowholes…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q75With reference to 'Silver articles', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Silver articles…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q78With reference to 'acid and bases', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Acidic solutions…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q84Consider the following elements found in a typical 70 kg man and arrange them in correct increasing order…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q88With reference to 'Isotopes', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Atoms with identical…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q99Arrange the following electromagnetic radiations in decreasing order of their frequencies. 1. Gamma rays…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q104Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q115Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q126Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →

International Relations and Current Affairs 24 questions

  1. Q14With reference to the New Pamban Bridge which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It was…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q17Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q27Iron dome missile defence system belongs to which of the following countries? 1. France 2. United States of…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q28Which of the following Programmes/Schemes is/are NOT included in meeting the objectives of National Education…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q42Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below the lists. List-I…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q45Which of the following pairs is/are NOT correctly matched? (Day – Date) 1. International Ozone Day…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q46"Swavalambini", a women entrepreneurship programme for the North-East is launched by which of the following…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q49With reference to Jnanpith Award, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The 58th Jnanpith…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q62Who among the following had won the International Booker Prize in 2025? 1. Banu Mushtaq 2. Deepa Bhasthi…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q65'BHARATPOL', an online portal for International Police Co-operation has been developed by which of the…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q77Pushkar Kumbh Mela 2025 was held in May 2025 in which of the following State(s)? 1. Rajasthan 2. Uttar…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q81Joint special forces exercise 'KHANJAR-XII' was held in March 2025 between India and which of the following…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q83Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q86Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q95Which of the following countries is/are NOT a member of the 'Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q97With reference to 'International Solar Alliance', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q98With reference to Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar announced in June 2025, which of the following statements…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q102Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I (Padma…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q108Who among the following Indian novelists and journalists is/are part of the five member jury for the 2026…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q114'Adi Karmyogi Beta Version – A Responsive Governance Initiative' was launched by which of the following…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q125Operation Brahma was launched by India in March 2025 to provide humanitarian aid to which of the following…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q127Which of the following pairs is/are NOT correctly matched? 1. National Voters Day (India) – 25 January…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q136Which of the following countries is/are NOT a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council? 1. Bahrain 2. Iran…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q139Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-I…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →

Uttar Pradesh Special 7 questions

  1. Q40As per the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme of Uttar Pradesh, Moonj products are associated with which…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q60Which of the following districts is/are part of the Devipatan Division in Uttar Pradesh? 1. Basti 2. Bahraich…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q73Which of the following Ramsar wetland site is/are NOT situated in Uttar Pradesh? 1. Sarsai Nawar Jheel…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q94Which of the following Department prepares the National Indicator Framework Progress Report related to…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q109As per the India State of Forest Report 2023, which of the following districts in Uttar Pradesh had forest…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q110Which of the following districts of Uttar Pradesh shares its boundary with only one other district of Uttar…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q145With reference to 'Uttar Pradesh', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Uttar Pradesh is the…UP specialAnswer + explanation →