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UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 30

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With reference to energy infrastructure and power sector developments in Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. The Obra and Anpara Thermal Power Stations, located in Sonbhadra district, form the core of state-owned thermal generation under UPRVUNL. 2. Uttar Pradesh has established the Sonbhadra region as a primary hub for ultra-mega solar and thermal power projects. 3. The State Government completely prohibits the installation of private floating solar power projects on water reservoirs in Uttar Pradesh. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Q1: With reference to energy infrastructure and power sector developments in Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements: 1. The Obra and Anpara Thermal Power Stations, located in Sonbhadra district, form the core of state-owned thermal generation under UPRVUNL. 2. Uttar Pradesh has established the Sonbhadra region as a primary hub for ultra-mega solar and thermal power projects. 3. The State Government completely prohibits the installation of private floating solar power projects on water reservoirs in Uttar Pradesh. 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

Q2: Under Article 213 of the Constitution of India, consider the following statements regarding the Ordinance-making power of the Governor: 1. The Governor can promulgate an Ordinance only when both Houses of the State Legislature (or the House in a unicameral legislature) 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 upon its reassembly and ceases to operate at the expiration of 6 weeks from such reassembly unless approved earlier. 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

Q3: The famous ancient city of Kausambi, which served as the capital of the Vatsa Mahajanapada and was ruled by King Udayana during the time of Gautama Buddha, is located along the banks of which river in Uttar Pradesh?

A) Yamuna
B) Ganga
C) Ken
D) Betwa

Q4: With reference to the National Green Tribunal (NGT) established under the NGT Act, 2010, consider the following statements: 1. The NGT is bound by the formal procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908. 2. The NGT is guided by the principles of natural justice while deciding environmental disputes. 3. Applications or appeals before the NGT are mandated to be disposed of within 6 months of filing. 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

Q5: During the Revolt of 1857 in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, which veteran revolutionary leader defeated British forces under Colonel Milman at the Battle of Atraulia and temporarily liberated Azamgarh?

A) Amar Singh
B) Babu Kunwar Singh
C) Maulvi Ahmadullah Shah
D) Tatya Tope

Q6: Under the composite classification criteria for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India, an enterprise is classified as a 'Small Enterprise' if:

A) Investment in Plant & Machinery does not exceed ₹1 Crore AND Annual Turnover does not exceed ₹5 Crore
B) Investment in Plant & Machinery does not exceed ₹10 Crore AND Annual Turnover does not exceed ₹50 Crore
C) Investment in Plant & Machinery does not exceed ₹50 Crore AND Annual Turnover does not exceed ₹250 Crore
D) Investment in Plant & Machinery does not exceed ₹100 Crore AND Annual Turnover does not exceed ₹500 Crore

Q7: Which among the following left-bank tributaries of the Ganga River originates from the Kumaon Himalayas in Uttarakhand and flows through Western Uttar Pradesh before joining the Ganga near Kannauj?

A) Yamuna River
B) Ramganga River
C) Tons River
D) Son River

Q8: Which of the following optical phenomena is primarily responsible for the brilliant dispersion of light into spectral colors when white light passes through a glass prism?

A) Refraction of different wavelengths of light at different angles
B) Total Internal Reflection only
C) Light Polarization
D) Diffuse Reflection

Q9: Which among the following ocean trenches is the deepest point in the Atlantic Ocean?

A) Mariana Trench
B) Puerto Rico Trench (Milwaukee Deep)
C) Java (Sunda) Trench
D) South Sandwich Trench

Q10: Consider the following statements regarding the Business Advisory Committee of the Lok Sabha: 1. It consists of 15 members including the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. 2. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha serves as its ex-officio Chairman. 3. Members of the Rajya Sabha are nominated to serve on the Lok Sabha Business Advisory Committee. 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

UPPCS Prelims 2026 Practice Set 30 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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