UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 10

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Which one of the following is correctly associated with the traditional handicraft economy of Uttar Pradesh?

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Q1: Which one of the following is correctly associated with the traditional handicraft economy of Uttar Pradesh?

A) Saharanpur — Wood carving
B) Moradabad — Blue pottery
C) Kannauj — Chikankari embroidery
D) Firozabad — Carpet weaving

Q2: Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Parliament: 1. A joint sitting of Parliament can be summoned to resolve a deadlock over an ordinary Bill. 2. A joint sitting is not provided for resolving a deadlock over a Money Bill. 3. A joint sitting is presided over by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. 4. A Constitutional Amendment Bill can be passed through a joint sitting if the two Houses disagree. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1, 2 and 3 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 4 only
D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q3: The Rihand Dam, an important multipurpose project in Uttar Pradesh, is associated with which one of the following rivers?

A) Ken
B) Rihand
C) Betwa
D) Ramganga

Q4: The principal objective of the One District One Product approach in Uttar Pradesh is best described as:

A) Establishing one large public-sector enterprise in every district
B) Promoting a distinctive local product or craft of each district through support for production and markets
C) Replacing traditional industries with mechanised agriculture
D) Restricting district-level production to products meant exclusively for export

Q5: Consider the following statements regarding Indian drainage systems: 1. Himalayan rivers generally have more perennial flow than most Peninsular rivers. 2. Himalayan rivers commonly form deep gorges in their upper courses. 3. Peninsular rivers are generally older and have comparatively more mature valleys. 4. All Himalayan rivers originate entirely from glaciers. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 2 and 3 only
C) 2, 3 and 4 only
D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q6: A country's central bank wants to reduce excessive credit growth without directly imposing a quantitative restriction on individual banks' lending to particular sectors. Which one of the following would be the most appropriate broad monetary-policy approach?

A) Increasing the policy interest rate
B) Reducing customs duties on imports
C) Increasing government capital expenditure
D) Lowering income-tax rates

Q7: Consider the following statements regarding Indian classical dance traditions: 1. Kathak developed significantly in northern India and has strong historical associations with Uttar Pradesh. 2. The Lucknow gharana of Kathak is particularly associated with the Nawabi cultural environment of Awadh. 3. Kathak's development was influenced exclusively by temple traditions and had no courtly influence. 4. Abhinaya and rhythmic footwork are important components of Kathak performance. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 2 and 4 only
C) 2, 3 and 4 only
D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q8: Which one of the following geographical features most directly distinguishes the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh from the central Ganga Plain?

A) Predominance of plateau and rocky upland terrain
B) Extensive deltaic deposits
C) Continuous tidal influence
D) Predominance of coastal sand dunes

Q9: Consider the following statements regarding biodiversity conservation: 1. A wildlife corridor can facilitate movement of animals between fragmented habitats. 2. Habitat fragmentation can reduce genetic exchange between isolated populations. 3. Wildlife corridors necessarily eliminate all human-wildlife conflict. 4. Maintaining connectivity between habitats can improve the long-term viability of some wildlife populations. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1, 2 and 4 only
C) 2, 3 and 4 only
D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q10: A farmer adopts a crop variety that matures earlier than the variety previously cultivated. If the farmer uses the saved time to grow another suitable crop in the same agricultural year, which agricultural concept is being directly illustrated?

A) Increased cropping intensity
B) Shifting cultivation
C) Monoculture
D) Extensive pastoralism

UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 10 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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