General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh is essential for the UPPSC Prelims, RO/ARO and other competitive examinations of the State. For the same purpose this book (General Studies of Uttar Pradesh) is designed to serve as a reference book for the students who appear in Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) and other state level competitive examinations.
The book provides comprehensive information about Uttar Pradesh to familiarize the readers about the state. This book provides detailed study of History, Geography, Polity, Art and Culture and State Government Welfare Schemes of Uttar Pradesh. A systematic chapter by chapter study will result in marked improvement in the performance of the students. Box, Tables, Map, Figures are also used to make the presentation more clear.
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General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) at the end of each chapter are given to test the candidates understanding of the subject from the examination point of view. The book provides the most relevant, authentic and up to date information on various aspects of Uttar Pradesh.
Uttar Pradesh: Basic Information
– General Information
| Area | 2,40,928 sq km. |
| Date of Establishment | 1st November, 1956 |
| Latitude | 23° 52’ N to 30° 24’ N |
| Longitude | 77° 05’ E to 84° 8’ E |
| Capital | Lucknow (since 1921) |
| Length of State | From North to South-240 km |
| Width of State | From East to West 650 km |
| Climate of State | Tropical Monsoon Climate |
| High Court | Prayagraj (Section Bench-Lucknow) |
| Railway Zone | Prayagraj (North-Central Zone) |
| Official Language/State Language | Hindi (Second-Urdu) |
| Rajya Sabha Seats | 31 |
| Lok Sabha Seats | 80 |
| Vidhan Sabha Seats | 403 |
| Divisions | 18 |
| Districts | 75 |
– Demography
| Total Population (2011 Census) | 19,98,12,341 |
| • Male Population | 10,44,80,510 (47.71%) |
| • Female Population | 9,53,31,831 (52.29%) |
| Urban Population | 4,44,95,063 (22.27%) |
| Rural Population | 15,53,17,278 (77.73%) |
| Decadal Growth Rate of Population | 20.23% |
| Sex Ratio | 912 |
| Density | 829 persons/sq. km |
| Total Literacy Rate | 67.7 % |
| • Male Literacy | 77.3 % |
| • Female Literacy | 57.2 % |
| Most Populous District | Allahabad (Prayagraj) |
| Least Populous District | Mahoba |
– First in Uttar Pradesh
| First Governor of UP | Sarojini Naidu |
| Governor of UP for most number of times | Muhammad Shafi Qureshi and BL Joshi (2 times each) |
| First Chief Minister of UP | Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant |
| First Deputy Chief Minister of UP | Chaudhary Narayan Singh |
| First Women Chief Minister in UP and India | Sucheta Kriplani |
| Chief Minister of UP for most number of times | Sushri Mayawati (4 times) |
| First Chief Justice of UP | Walter Morgan (before independence), Bindu Bhushan Malik (After independence) |
| First Speaker of Assembly in UP | Rajarshi Purushottam Das Tandon |
| Speaker of Assembly in UP for most number of times | Atma Ram Govind Kher and Kesari Nath Tripathi (3 times each) |
| First Lokayukta in UP | Nayayamurti Virendra Singh |
| First Chief Information Commissioner | Muhammad Asgar |
| First Chairman of Legislative Council in UP | Chandralal |
| First Biotechnology Park in UP | Bakshi Talab, Lucknow |
| First film centre in UP | Noida (Gautam Buddh Nagar) |
– State Symbols
The state animal of Uttar Pradesh is Barasingha. The Barasingha is also called swamp deer. It is known by the scientific name of Rucervus duvauceli. They are found in Dudhwa National Park and Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh. Swamp deer is a medium sized deer, which grows to a maximum height of 130 cm and weighs around 170 to 280 kg. The main reasons of reduced numbers of this state animal of Uttar Pradesh include poaching, hunting and diversion of important grasslands to agriculture.
The state bird of Uttar Pradesh is Sarus (Crane). The Sarus is the tallest flying bird in the world standing 115-167 cm tall with a wingspan of 220-250cm. It has a predominantly grey plumage with a naked red head and upper neck and pale red legs. It is known by the scientific name of Grus Antigone.
Palash is the state flower of Uttar Pradesh. It is associated with spring. Many folk literary expressions describe Palash as the forest fire. It is believed that the tree is a form of Agni, God of fire. These flowers are used in the worship of Lord Shiva. Its flower and leaves are used as medicine like cure of Diabetes, Cataract, Leprosy, and other skin diseases and so on. It is also used to prepare Holi colours.
Ashoka (Saraca asoca) is the state tree of Uttar Pradesh. Saraca Asoca is a plant belonging to the Caesalpinioideae sub-family of the legume family. It is an important tree in the cultural traditions of the Indian subcontinent and its adjacent areas. It grows in warm humid climate.
1. Ancient History of Uttar Pradesh
– Pre-Historic Age of Uttar Pradesh
– Proto-Historic Age of Uttar Pradesh
– Vedic Civilization in Uttar Pradesh
– Mahajanapadas and Uttar Pradesh
– Magadha Empire
– Famous Ruling Dynasties of Ancient Period
2. Medieval History of Uttar Pradesh
– Uttar Pradesh and Sultanate Period
– Uttar Pradesh and Mughal Period
3. Modern History of Uttar Pradesh
– Uttar Pradesh as Independent State and British Rule
– Revolt of 1857 and Uttar Pradesh
– Development of Nationalism in Uttar Pradesh after the Revolt of 1857
– Formation of Indian National Congress
– National Movements in Uttar Pradesh
– Historical Personalities of Uttar Pradesh
– Freedom Fighters of Uttar Pradesh
4. Geographical Features of Uttar Pradesh
– Location and Extent of Uttar Pradesh
– Geological Structure
– Physical Divisions of Uttar Pradesh
5. Climate and Soil of Uttar Pradesh
– Climate of Uttar Pradesh
– Seasons in Uttar Pradesh
– Soils in Uttar Pradesh
– Soil Erosion in Uttar Pradesh
– Soil Conservation
6. Rivers and Drainage System of Uttar Pradesh
– Rivers of Uttar Pradesh
– Rivers Emerging from the Himalayan Mountains
– Rivers Emerging from Gangetic Plains
– Rivers Emerging from the Southern Plateau Region
– Lakes of Uttar Pradesh
7. Agriculture of Uttar Pradesh
– Agro-Climatic Regions of Uttar Pradesh
– Crop Production in Uttar Pradesh
– The State Agriculture Policy, 2013
– Agricultural Development Schemes in Uttar Pradesh
8. Irrigation in Uttar Pradesh
– Sources of Irrigation
– Major Irrigation Projects of Uttar Pradesh
– Minor Irrigation Projects of Uttar Pradesh
– Uttar Pradesh State-wise Water Policy
9. Animal Husbandry in Uttar Pradesh
– Livestock in Uttar Pradesh
– Dairy Development in Uttar Pradesh
– Poultry Farming in Uttar Pradesh
– Bee Keeping in Uttar Pradesh
– Fisheries or Pisciculture in Uttar Pradesh
– Animal Husbandry Department, Uttar Pradesh
10. Natural Vegetation of Uttar Pradesh
– Recorded Forest Area of Uttar Pradesh
– Forest Cover of Uttar Pradesh
– Classification of Forests in Uttar Pradesh
– Uttar Pradesh Forest Policy, 2017
– Forest Development Schemes in Uttar Pradesh
11. National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries of Uttar Pradesh
– National Parks in Uttar Pradesh
– Wildlife Sanctuaries in Uttar Pradesh
– Bird Sanctuaries of Uttar Pradesh
– Tiger Reserves of Uttar Pradesh
– Wetlands in Uttar Pradesh
– Zoological Park in Uttar Pradesh
– Schemes for Wildlife Conservation in Uttar Pradesh
12. Industries of Uttar Pradesh
– Major Industries of Uttar Pradesh
– Special Economic Zones (SEZ) in Uttar Pradesh
– Small Scale Industries
– Major Industrial Corporations and Institutes of Uttar Pradesh
– Industrial Corporation Authorities in Uttar Pradesh
– Government Initiatives in Uttar Pradesh for Industrial Development
13. Energy Resources in Uttar Pradesh
– Conventional Energy Resources
– Important Bodies for Electricity Generation from Conventional Energy Resources
– Major Power Corporations in Uttar Pradesh
– Non-Conventional Energy Resources
– Initiatives for Development of Non-Conventional Energy
14. Mineral Resources of Uttar Pradesh
– Minerals of Uttar Pradesh
– Mining Administration in Uttar Pradesh
– Mining Policy of Uttar Pradesh
15. Transport System in Uttar Pradesh
– Transport System in Uttar Pradesh
– Road Transport
– Rail Transport
– Air Transport
– Water Transport
16. Communication in Uttar Pradesh
– Means of Communication in Uttar Pradesh
– Newspapers
– Post Office
– Radio
– Doordarshan
– Films in Uttar Pradesh
– Famous Actors and Actresses of Uttar Pradesh
17. Formation and Administrative Structure of Uttar Pradesh
– Formation and Reorganisation of Uttar Pradesh
– Executive of Uttar Pradesh
– Legislature of Uttar Pradesh
– Important State Government Institutions
18. Judiciary of Uttar Pradesh
– Historical Background of High Court of Uttar Pradesh
– High Court Services
– Subordinate Judiciary
19. Local Self Government in Uttar Pradesh
– Panchayati Raj System in Uttar Pradesh
– Urban Local Bodies
– Political Personalities of Uttar Pradesh
20. District Profile of Uttar Pradesh
– Agra Division
– Aligarh Division
– Prayagraj Division
– Azamgarh Division
– Bareilly Division
– Basti Division
– Chitrakoot Dham Division
– Devipatan Division
– Ayodhya Division
– Gorakhpur Division
– Jhansi Division
– Kanpur Division
– Lucknow Division
– Meerut Division
– Mirzapur Division
– Moradabad Division
– Saharanpur Division
– Varanasi Division
21. Historical and Other Tourist Places of Uttar Pradesh
– District-wise Historical Places of Uttar Pradesh
– Uttar Pradesh Tourism Policy, 2018
22. Religious and Other Tourist Places of Uttar Pradesh
– District-wise Religious Places of Uttar Pradesh
– Ayodhya District
– Farrukhabad District
– Hapur District
– Kushinagar District
– Lalitpur District
– Lucknow District
– Mahoba District
– Meerut District
– Mathura District
– Prayagraj (Allahabad) District
– Sitapur District
– Unnao District
– Varanasi District
23. Language and Literature of Uttar Pradesh
– Languages of Uttar Pradesh
– Dialects Spoken in Uttar Pradesh
– Literature of Uttar Pradesh
– Famous Literary Personalities in Uttar Pradesh
– Institutes to Promote Language and Literature in Uttar Pradesh
24. Art and Crafts of Uttar Pradesh
– Art of Uttar Pradesh
– Crafts of Uttar Pradesh
25. Music and Dance in Uttar Pradesh
– Music of Uttar Pradesh
– Famous Music Gharanas of Uttar Pradesh
– Famous Folk Songs of Uttar Pradesh
– Famous Dances in Uttar Pradesh
– Folk Drama and Theatrical Arts
– Famous Artists of Uttar Pradesh
– Famous Cultural Institutions in Uttar Pradesh
26. Fairs and Festivals of Uttar Pradesh
– Fairs of Uttar Pradesh
– Festivals of Uttar Pradesh
– Important Fests of Uttar Pradesh
27. Education and Health in Uttar Pradesh
– Education in Uttar Pradesh
– Major Universities of Uttar Pradesh
– Technical Education
– Polytechnic and ITI Education
– Various Professional Institutes
– Prestigious Research Institutions of Uttar Pradesh
– Educational Initiatives and Schemes in Uttar Pradesh
– Health in Uttar Pradesh
28. Sports in Uttar Pradesh
– Sports Personalities of Uttar Pradesh
– Sports Competitions in Uttar Pradesh
– Sports Encouragement Efforts by Sports Directorate
– Sports Facilities by the State Government
– Sports Awards in Uttar Pradesh
– Sports Department in Uttar Pradesh
– Uttar Pradesh New Sports Policy, 2016
29. Castes and Tribes of Uttar Pradesh
– Major Tribes of Uttar Pradesh
– Scheduled Tribe (ST) Population in Uttar Pradesh
– Scheduled Caste (SC) Population in Uttar Pradesh
– Major Scheduled Castes of Uttar Pradesh
– Some Important Scheduled Castes of Uttar Pradesh
30. Demographic Profile of Uttar Pradesh
– Population of Uttar Pradesh
– Population Density
– Decadal Growth Rate
– Literacy Rate
– Scheduled Castes
– Scheduled Tribes
– Religions in Uttar Pradesh
– Uttar Pradesh Population Policy, 2000
31. Social Welfare Schemes of Uttar Pradesh
– Women and Child Welfare Schemes
– Welfare Schemes for Old Age People
– Schemes for Disabled Persons
– Welfare Schemes Related to Special Categories
– Shadi and Bimari Yojana (Marriage and Illness Scheme)
– Minority Welfare Schemes
– Labour Welfare Schemes
– Miscellaneous Schemes