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UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 05

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In 2026, the hill area surrounding Kalinjar Fort in Uttar Pradesh was declared a National Geo-Heritage Site. Which geological feature is particularly significant at this site?

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Q1: In 2026, the hill area surrounding Kalinjar Fort in Uttar Pradesh was declared a National Geo-Heritage Site. Which geological feature is particularly significant at this site?

A) Deccan Trap basalt
B) Eparchaean Unconformity
C) Himalayan Thrust Zone
D) Gondwana coal-bearing formation

Q2: In 2026, the Uttar Pradesh government announced the Navayug Palika Yojana. Which one of the following best describes its principal objective?

A) Modernisation of major airports in the National Capital Region
B) Development of irrigation infrastructure in Bundelkhand
C) Upgradation of smaller urban local bodies and towns
D) Expansion of industrial corridors along the Yamuna

Q3: Consider the following statements regarding a major Uttar Pradesh development initiative reported in 2026: 1. The Uttar Pradesh government signed 59 fresh MoUs worth more than ₹3,000 crore for investment in the dairy sector. 2. These investments are expected to generate around 13,000 jobs. 3. The initiative was associated with the Nand Baba Dugdh Mission, which provides grants through Direct Benefit Transfer. 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: The Phase-I of Noida International Airport at Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, became operationally significant in 2026. Which one of the following best explains its strategic importance?

A) It is intended only for military aviation and defence logistics
B) It is designed to strengthen passenger and cargo connectivity in the National Capital Region
C) It primarily replaces all airports serving eastern Uttar Pradesh
D) It is India’s first airport constructed exclusively for inland water transport

Q5: Which one of the following best explains why the alluvial plains of Uttar Pradesh are particularly suitable for intensive agriculture?

A) They are dominated by ancient crystalline rocks with shallow soils
B) They receive continuous volcanic ash deposition
C) They contain extensive fertile deposits renewed and redistributed by river systems
D) They are largely composed of wind-eroded desert soils

Q6: Consider the following statements about the anti-defection law: 1. The Tenth Schedule was added to the Constitution by the 52nd Constitutional Amendment Act. 2. A nominated member of a House may be disqualified for joining a political party after the permitted period. 3. The decision of the Presiding Officer under the Tenth Schedule is completely immune from judicial review. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

Q7: Consider the following pairs: 1. Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary — Uttar Pradesh 2. Katerniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary — Uttar Pradesh 3. National Chambal Sanctuary — Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan 4. Pilibhit Tiger Reserve — Uttar Pradesh How many of the above are correctly matched?

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

Q8: A persistent rise in food prices occurs because of a major supply disruption, while overall demand in the economy remains broadly unchanged. Which policy response would involve the greatest risk of unnecessarily weakening economic activity if used aggressively?

A) Increasing policy interest rates substantially
B) Improving food supply chains
C) Releasing strategic food stocks where appropriate
D) Reducing avoidable logistical bottlenecks

Q9: Which one of the following correctly distinguishes a geostationary satellite from a polar-orbiting satellite?

A) A geostationary satellite can remain apparently fixed over a particular point on the equator, whereas a polar satellite can systematically observe different parts of Earth
B) A polar satellite must remain permanently above the equator
C) A geostationary satellite necessarily passes over both poles during every orbit
D) Both types have identical orbital characteristics but different communication equipment

Q10: Consider the following statements regarding inland water transport developments in Uttar Pradesh reported in 2026: 1. Varanasi is being developed as a location for a ship repair facility. 2. A Freight Village-Multimodal Logistics Park is proposed at Varanasi. 3. These developments are associated with National Waterway-1. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 05 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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