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UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 07

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Which one of the following pairs of rivers and their confluence points with the Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh is NOT correctly matched?

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Q1: Which one of the following pairs of rivers and their confluence points with the Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh is NOT correctly matched?

A) Chambal River — Etawah
B) Betwa River — Hamirpur
C) Ken River — Banda
D) Hindon River — Prayagraj

Q2: Consider the following statements regarding the physical geography and agro-climatic zones of Uttar Pradesh: 1. The Southern Vindhyan Plateau region of Uttar Pradesh is primarily composed of ancient granitic rocks and shallow, degraded soils. 2. The Bhabar belt is characterized by heavy clay deposits that retain water, making it a natural wetland ecosystem. 3. The Western Plain agro-climatic zone experiences higher tube-well and canal irrigation intensity compared to the Eastern Plain zone. 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

Q3: Consider the following revolutionary events and organizations active during the Freedom Movement in Uttar Pradesh: 1. Founding of the Hindustan Republican Association (1924) — Kanpur 2. Reorganization into Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (1928) — Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi 3. Establishment of a Parallel Government (Prati Sarkar) during Quit India Movement (1942) — Ballia How many of the above pairs are correctly matched with their respective primary locations?

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

Q4: Which one of the following Wildlife Sanctuaries in Uttar Pradesh is specifically designated for the conservation of the freshwater Gangetic Dolphin and the critically endangered Gharial?

A) Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary
B) Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary
C) Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary
D) Sur Sarovar Wildlife Sanctuary

Q5: With reference to the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements regarding the Ordinance-making power of the Governor under Article 213: 1. The Governor can promulgate an ordinance only when both Houses of the State Legislature (or the Legislative Assembly in unicameral states) are not in session. 2. An ordinance issued by the Governor has the same force and effect as an Act of the State Legislature. 3. Every ordinance promulgated by the Governor must be laid before the State Legislature and ceases to operate six weeks after the reassembly of the Legislature. 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

Q6: Consider the following statements regarding the Fiscal Indicators used in Indian public finance: 1. Fiscal Deficit reflects the total borrowing requirements of the government from all sources during a financial year. 2. Revenue Deficit measures the excess of capital expenditure over total revenue receipts. 3. Primary Deficit is calculated by subtracting interest payments from the overall Fiscal Deficit. 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 international environmental agreements and their primary regulatory scope: 1. Minamata Convention — Regulation and reduction of global Mercury emissions 2. Montreal Protocol — Protection of the Ozone Layer by phasing out ODS 3. Nagoya Protocol — Fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from genetic resources Utilization How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

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

Q8: Which one of the following optical phenomena is primarily responsible for the formation of a rainbow in the atmosphere after a rainfall?

A) Total internal reflection only
B) Dispersion, refraction, and internal reflection of light
C) Diffuse reflection and atmospheric polarization
D) Interference and diffraction of electromagnetic waves

Q9: Consider the following statements regarding the 'One District One Product' (ODOP) handicraft and industrial allocations in Uttar Pradesh: 1. Bhadohi district is recognized under ODOP for its hand-knotted Carpet weaving industry. 2. Aligarh district is designated under ODOP for its Lock and Hardware manufacturing industry. 3. Saharanpur district is designated under ODOP for its Pink Meenakari and Silk Sarees. 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: Which of the following mountain passes connects the state of Sikkim with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China?

A) Shipki La
B) Nathu La
C) Lipulekh
D) Bomdila

UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 07 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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