UP History — Set 6
UP GK · UP इतिहास · Questions 51–60 of 200
Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 2000
Uttarakhand (initially named Uttaranchal) was carved out of Uttar Pradesh on 9 November 2000 as the 27th state of India. The hill districts of Kumaon and Garhwal divisions formed the new state. It was renamed Uttarakhand in 2007.
Who was the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh after independence?
Correct Answer: A. Govind Ballabh Pant
Govind Ballabh Pant was the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, serving from 1950 to 1954. Before that, he served as Premier of United Provinces from 1946 to 1950. He was later appointed Home Minister of India and was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1957.
The Chandela dynasty is famous for building the temples at which UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Correct Answer: B. Khajuraho
The Chandela dynasty built the famous group of temples at Khajuraho (now in Madhya Pradesh, historically part of the Bundelkhand region). The Khajuraho temples were built between 950-1050 CE and are known for their stunning architecture and erotic sculptures. They became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.
The Bundela Rajput rulers had their capital at which historic city?
Correct Answer: B. Orchha
The Bundela Rajput rulers had their capital at Orchha, founded by Rudra Pratap Singh in 1531 CE. Orchha is famous for its palaces, temples, and cenotaphs built along the Betwa River. The Bundela dynasty later shifted their capital to Jhansi under Bir Singh Deo.
Bir Singh Deo of the Bundela dynasty was an ally of which Mughal prince?
Correct Answer: B. Jahangir (Salim)
Bir Singh Deo of the Bundela dynasty was an ally of Prince Salim (later Emperor Jahangir). He killed Abul Fazl on Salim's orders in 1602. After Jahangir became emperor, Bir Singh Deo received the title of Maharaja and built the famous Jahangir Mahal at Orchha.
Which archaeological site in UP is famous for the remains of the ancient city of Hastinapur?
Correct Answer: A. Meerut district
The archaeological site of Hastinapur is located in Meerut district of UP. Excavations by B.B. Lal in 1950-52 revealed remains from the Painted Grey Ware culture and later periods. Hastinapur is traditionally associated with the Mahabharata as the capital of the Kaurava kingdom.
Sravasti (Sahet-Mahet) archaeological site is located in which district of UP?
Correct Answer: B. Balrampur
The ancient city of Shravasti (Sahet-Mahet) is located in Balrampur district (earlier part of Gonda district) of UP. It was the capital of the ancient Kosala kingdom and one of the six great cities of ancient India. Extensive Buddhist ruins including Jetavana Monastery have been excavated here.
Piprahwa in Siddharthnagar district is significant for the discovery of relics of whom?
Correct Answer: C. Gautam Buddha
Piprahwa in Siddharthnagar district is famous for the discovery of Buddha's relics in 1898 by William Claxton Peppe. A steatite casket was found inscribed with Brahmi script mentioning the relics of Buddha. This is one of the most important Buddhist archaeological discoveries in UP.
The famous Dhamek Stupa at Sarnath was originally built by which ruler?
Correct Answer: A. Ashoka
The Dhamek Stupa at Sarnath was originally built by Emperor Ashoka in 249 BCE to mark the spot where Buddha gave his first sermon. The current cylindrical structure dates from the Gupta period (5th-6th century CE). It stands 43.6 metres high and is the most prominent monument at Sarnath.
The Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath bears how many lions in its capital?
Correct Answer: C. Four
The Ashoka Pillar at Sarnath has four Asiatic lions standing back to back on its capital. These four lions were adopted as the national emblem of India. The pillar also has four animals (elephant, horse, bull, and lion) on its abacus separated by dharma chakras.