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UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 02

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With reference to the rivers of Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. The Ramganga is a tributary of the Ganga. 2. The Gomti joins the Ganga within Uttar Pradesh. 3. The Son River forms a tributary of the Yamuna. How many of the statements given above are correct?

Questions in UPPCS Prelims Practice Set 02

Q1: With reference to the rivers of Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. The Ramganga is a tributary of the Ganga. 2. The Gomti joins the Ganga within Uttar Pradesh. 3. The Son River forms a tributary of the Yamuna. How many of the statements given above are correct?

A) Only one
B) Only two
C) All three
D) None

Q2: Consider the following pairs: 1. Chikankari — Lucknow 2. Brassware — Moradabad 3. Carpet industry — Bhadohi 4. Glass industry — Firozabad How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

A) Only one
B) Only two
C) Only three
D) All four

Q3: With reference to the legislative procedure in India, consider the following statements: 1. A Money Bill can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha. 2. The Rajya Sabha can recommend amendments to a Money Bill. 3. The Lok Sabha is bound to accept the recommendations made by the Rajya Sabha on a Money Bill. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

Q4: Consider the following statements regarding the Revolt of 1857: 1. Meerut was the first major centre where the revolt began. 2. The rebellion in Kanpur was associated with Nana Sahib. 3. Begum Hazrat Mahal played an important role in the uprising in Awadh. 4. Rani Lakshmibai led the revolt from Lucknow. How many of the above statements are correct?

A) Only one
B) Only two
C) Only three
D) All four

Q5: Which one of the following best explains why the western part of the Indo-Gangetic Plain generally experiences lower rainfall than its eastern part?

A) The western part is closer to the Himalayas
B) The Bay of Bengal branch of the monsoon loses moisture as it moves westward
C) The Arabian Sea branch does not enter northern India
D) Western Uttar Pradesh receives no winter rainfall

Q6: With reference to fiscal policy, consider the following statements: 1. Revenue expenditure includes expenditure on salaries, subsidies and interest payments. 2. Capital expenditure necessarily results in the creation of physical assets. 3. Fiscal deficit broadly indicates the excess of total expenditure over total non-borrowing receipts. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 3 only
B) 1 and 2 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

Q7: Consider the following statements regarding protected areas in India: 1. A Biosphere Reserve may include National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries. 2. All Biosphere Reserves in India are legally declared under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. 3. Biosphere Reserves generally include core, buffer and transition zones. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

Q8: Consider the following statements regarding semiconductors: 1. The electrical conductivity of a semiconductor can be modified through doping. 2. Silicon is widely used in semiconductor devices because its electrical properties can be controlled. 3. All semiconductor devices operate only at extremely low temperatures. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 only
B) 1 and 2 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

Q9: With reference to agriculture in Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. Wheat is an important rabi crop in Uttar Pradesh. 2. Sugarcane is primarily cultivated as a short-duration kharif crop harvested within the same agricultural season. 3. The availability of canal and groundwater irrigation has contributed to intensive agriculture in large parts of the state. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2 and 3

Q10: Consider the following statements regarding the Right to Information framework in India: 1. The Right to Information Act applies to public authorities. 2. Information can be denied in certain cases on grounds specifically provided under the Act. 3. The Central Information Commission is a constitutional body. 4. Citizens of India have the right to seek information under the Act. How many of the above statements are correct?

A) Only one
B) Only two
C) Only three
D) All four

UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 02 Preparation Guide

This practice set is designed for candidates preparing for the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPCS) Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination. Attempt the questions carefully and review the explanations after each response to strengthen concepts for General Studies Paper I.

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