Question 1

How many districts does Uttar Pradesh currently have?

Accepted Answer

75. Uttar Pradesh has 75 districts, making it the state with the most districts in India. The latest district to be carved out was Shamli from Muzaffarnagar in 2011. These 75 districts are spread across 18 divisions.

Question 2

Uttar Pradesh shares its border with how many Indian states?

Accepted Answer

8. Uttar Pradesh shares its border with 8 Indian states: Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bihar. It also shares an international border with Nepal.

Question 3

What is the total area of Uttar Pradesh in square kilometres?

Accepted Answer

2,40,928. The total area of Uttar Pradesh is approximately 2,40,928 sq km, making it the fourth largest state in India by area. It accounts for about 7.33% of India's total geographical area. The state stretches about 650 km from north to south and 840 km from east to west.

Question 4

Which river is known as the lifeline of Uttar Pradesh?

Accepted Answer

Ganga. The Ganga is called the lifeline of Uttar Pradesh as it flows through the heart of the state for about 1,140 km. It enters UP near Bijnor from Uttarakhand and exits near Ballia into Bihar. The river supports agriculture, drinking water, and cultural activities across the state.

Question 5

The Triveni Sangam (confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati) is located at which city?

Accepted Answer

Prayagraj. The Triveni Sangam is located at Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad). It is one of the holiest places in Hinduism where the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers meet. The Kumbh Mela is held here every 12 years at this sacred confluence.

Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 1