Geography, Rivers & Districts — Set 7
UP GK · भूगोल, नदियां और जिले · Questions 61–70 of 160
Which city of UP is known as the 'City of Nawabs'?
Correct Answer: C. Lucknow
Lucknow is known as the 'City of Nawabs' due to its rich Mughal and Awadhi heritage under the Nawabs of Awadh. The city is famous for its refined culture, cuisine, and architecture including the Bara Imambara and Chota Imambara. It has been the capital of UP since 1920.
The Hindon River is a tributary of which major river?
Correct Answer: B. Yamuna
The Hindon River is a tributary of the Yamuna. It originates from the upper Shivalik ranges in Saharanpur district. The Hindon flows through Muzaffarnagar, Meerut, Baghpat, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha Nagar before joining the Yamuna near Tilwara in Greater Noida.
Which division of UP includes the districts of Chitrakoot and Banda?
Correct Answer: B. Chitrakoot Division
The correct answer is Chitrakoot Division. The Chitrakoot Dham Division (earlier called Chitrakoot Division) includes the districts of Chitrakoot, Banda, Hamirpur, and Mahoba. This region is part of the Bundelkhand area and is considered one of the most drought-prone and underdeveloped regions of UP. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Noida and Greater Noida are part of which district?
Correct Answer: C. Gautam Buddha Nagar
Noida (New Okhla Industrial Development Authority) and Greater Noida are part of Gautam Buddha Nagar district. This district was carved out from Bulandshahr in 1997. It is one of the most developed and urbanized districts in UP, adjacent to Delhi in the NCR region.
Which river is also known as 'Saryu' in its course through Ayodhya?
Correct Answer: C. Ghaghra
The Ghaghra River is locally known as the Saryu in its course through Ayodhya. The name Saryu has deep religious significance as it is mentioned extensively in the Ramayana. Technically, the Saryu is a small tributary that merges into the Ghaghra, and the combined flow near Ayodhya is popularly called Saryu.
Which mineral is primarily found in the Vindhyan region of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. Limestone
Limestone is the primary mineral found in the Vindhyan region of UP, particularly in the districts of Mirzapur, Sonbhadra, and Banda. It is used extensively in the cement industry. The Vindhyan region also has deposits of coal, dolomite, silica sand, and marble.
Which is the second most populous city in Uttar Pradesh after Lucknow?
Correct Answer: D. Ghaziabad
The correct answer is Ghaziabad. Ghaziabad is among the most populous cities in UP, and the Kanpur metropolitan area is traditionally considered the second largest urban agglomeration after Lucknow. However, with rapid urbanisation, Ghaziabad and the NCR towns have seen massive population growth. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The Yamuna Expressway connects which two cities?
Correct Answer: B. Greater Noida to Agra
The Yamuna Expressway (officially Taj Expressway) connects Greater Noida to Agra, covering a distance of about 165 km. It is a six-lane controlled-access expressway that significantly reduces travel time between Delhi-NCR and Agra. It was opened in August 2012.
Which district of UP was earlier known as Allahabad?
Correct Answer: B. Prayagraj
Prayagraj was earlier known as Allahabad. The name was officially changed in October 2018 by the UP government to its ancient name Prayagraj. The city has been historically known as the site of the Triveni Sangam and hosts the Kumbh and Magh Mela.
Which of the following is the main source of irrigation in Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: A. Wells and Tube wells
Wells and tube wells are the main source of irrigation in Uttar Pradesh, accounting for over 70% of irrigated land. The alluvial plains of UP have good groundwater reserves, making tube well irrigation feasible. Canals are the second most important source of irrigation in the state.