UPPSC PCS · Uttar Pradesh — Special Knowledge
History of Uttar Pradesh
Kosala, Magadha-era influence, Awadh, Mughal heritage in UP, 1857 revolt centres (Meerut, Lucknow, Kanpur, Jhansi).
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The ancient city of Kaushambi, an important center during the Mahajanapada period, is located in which present-day district of Uttar Pradesh?
Q2 · History of Uttar Pradesh · MEDIUM
Which of the following rulers is credited with establishing the city of Jaunpur as a major center of learning and culture during the Sultanate period in medieval Uttar Pradesh?
Q3 · History of Uttar Pradesh · EASY
Which Mughal emperor built the Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal?
Q4 · History of Uttar Pradesh · MEDIUM
The Revolt of 1857 in Uttar Pradesh was prominently led at which of the following places?