Uttar Pradesh - Study Mode

[#891] According to the 2001 Census, what is the correct sequence of the three largest populated cities of U.P.?
Correct Answer

(C) Kanpur, Lucknow, Agra

Explanation

Solution: The correct sequence is Kanpur, Lucknow, Agra.

[#892] The lowest literacy rate in Uttar Pradesh was recorded in which of the following districts as per Census 2011?
Correct Answer

(D) Shravasti

[#893] Which of the following is the largest (in terms of population) district of Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer

(C) Allahabad

Explanation

Solution: As of the 2011 census, Allahabad is the most populous district of Uttar Pradesh while Mahoba being the least populated.

[#894] In Uttar Pradesh, rainfall decreases from
Correct Answer

(B) East to West

Explanation

Solution: The Bay of Bengal branch of the monsoon winds moves towards northeast and return westwards covering the northern plains. While they move towards west their moisture contains tends to reduce with subsequent rains. Hence the rainfall decreases from east to west in northern India.

[#895] In which of the following districts of Uttar Pradesh, Maad soil is found?
Correct Answer

(C) Southern districts

Explanation

Solution: Maad soil is usually found in the Southern part of Uttar Pradesh. Maad soil contains silica (60%), Iron (15%), aluminum (25%). In this type of soil, agriculture is difficult. The Southern Plateau was made up in the Pre-Cambrian period also known as Bundelkhand and Baghelkhand regions.