Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 16
UP GK · भूगोल, नदियां और जिले · Questions 151–160 of 160
Which of the following pairs of districts and their famous products is INCORRECT?
Correct Answer: D. Kanpur - Silk weaving
Kanpur is famous for leather and textile industries, not silk weaving. Silk weaving (Banarasi silk) is associated with Varanasi. Firozabad is correctly matched with glass bangles, Moradabad with brass, and Lucknow with Chikan embroidery. These industry-district pairs are frequently asked in UP state exams.
Which of the following is the correct order of rivers from west to east as they join the Ganga in UP?
Correct Answer: A. Yamuna, Gomti, Ghaghra, Son
From west to east, the rivers join the Ganga in this order: Yamuna (at Prayagraj), Gomti (near Ghazipur), Ghaghra (near Chhapra/Ballia), and Son (near Patna in Bihar, outside UP). Understanding the sequential order of tributaries from west to east is crucial for UP geography exams.
The Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary in Chandauli district is known for the failed reintroduction of which animal?
Correct Answer: B. Asiatic Lion
The Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary is known for the failed reintroduction of Asiatic Lions in 1957-58, when three lions were brought from Gir Forest, Gujarat. The population initially grew but eventually disappeared due to poaching and habitat issues by the 1960s. This was one of India's early wildlife conservation experiments.
Which thermal power station in UP is the largest in terms of installed capacity?
Correct Answer: C. NTPC Rihand (Singrauli)
NTPC Rihand (Singrauli Super Thermal Power Station) in Sonbhadra is one of the largest thermal power stations in UP with a capacity of 3,000 MW. The Sonbhadra region houses multiple power plants making it the energy hub of the state. NTPC Dadri in Gautam Buddha Nagar is also a major plant.
As per the 2011 Census, which district of UP has the highest literacy rate?
Correct Answer: B. Gautam Buddha Nagar
Gautam Buddha Nagar had the highest literacy rate among UP districts at about 80.12% as per Census 2011. This is due to its proximity to Delhi NCR and the presence of educational institutions. In contrast, Shravasti had the lowest literacy rate at about 46.74%, reflecting the rural-urban divide.
Which of the following pairs of 'River Origin - State/Country' is CORRECT for rivers flowing in UP?
Correct Answer: B. Ghaghra - Tibet
The Ghaghra (Karnali) originates near Lake Mansarovar in Tibet. The Gomti originates in Pilibhit district of UP itself. The Betwa originates near Raisen in Madhya Pradesh. The Ken also originates from the Vindhyan Range in Madhya Pradesh. The trans-Himalayan origin of the Ghaghra makes it the most voluminous Ganga tributary.
Which of the following is the correct sequence of UP state formation events?
Correct Answer: C. Agra-Oudh (1902) → United Provinces (1937) → Uttar Pradesh (1950) → Uttarakhand carved out (2000)
The correct sequence is: The United Provinces of Agra and Oudh was formed in 1902, renamed United Provinces in 1937, then renamed Uttar Pradesh on 24 January 1950 after Indian independence, and Uttarakhand was carved out on 9 November 2000. Understanding the historical evolution of the state is important for competitive exams.
The Matatila Dam in UP is built on which river?
Correct Answer: B. Betwa
The Matatila Dam is built on the Betwa River in Jhansi district of UP. Completed in 1958, it is a joint project of UP and Madhya Pradesh. The dam provides irrigation to parts of Jhansi and Jalaun districts and also generates hydroelectric power. It is a major infrastructure landmark of the Bundelkhand region.
Which of the following correctly lists all four states bordering UP from its southern side?
Correct Answer: B. MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Bihar
Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bihar border UP from the southern and southeastern side. Rajasthan borders UP from the west/southwest, while Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are to the north/northwest. This precise border knowledge is often tested in UPPSC and UP Police exams.
Consider the following statements about Uttar Pradesh: (1) It is the largest state by area. (2) It has the most Lok Sabha seats. (3) It has the most districts. (4) It has the highest population density. Which are correct?
Correct Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
Only statements 2 and 3 are correct. UP has the most Lok Sabha seats (80) and the most districts (75). Statement 1 is wrong because Rajasthan is the largest state by area. Statement 4 is wrong because Bihar has the highest population density (1,106 per sq km vs UP's 829). Such multi-statement questions are common in UPPSC Prelims.