BHU was founded in 1916 in Varanasi by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya. The university aimed to blend traditional Hindu education with modern learning. It is one of India's premier universities today.

The Allahabad Fort was constructed by Akbar in 1583 at the confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. It was strategically important and featured impressive architecture. It stands as a Mughal-era monument in modern Prayagraj.

Rani Lakshmibai, the Queen of Jhansi, is a symbol of resistance in Indian history. She fought valiantly against British forces during the 1857 rebellion. Jhansi, now in Uttar Pradesh, was her stronghold.

The 1857 revolt, which began in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, marked the first large-scale uprising against British rule. It was led by sepoys and supported by local rulers. This revolt played a foundational role in India's freedom movement.

Govind Ballabh Pant served as the first Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh from 1950 to 1954. He played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and in shaping the state's early governance.

The Battle of Buxar, a decisive conflict between the British East India Company and Indian rulers, took place near Ghazipur. The British victory solidified their control over Bengal and parts of Uttar Pradesh.

Shahu Maharaj of Kolhapur promoted education and reservation for backward castes.

He received the Jnanpith in 1974 for his novel “Yayati.”

Chandragupta I established the Gupta Empire around 320 CE, with its initial base in the region corresponding to modern-day Uttar Pradesh. His reign marked the beginning of a golden age in Indian history, characterized by significant advancements in arts and sciences.

After a succession conflict, Tarabai played a key role in forming the Kolhapur line of Marathas.

Shivaji created the Ashta Pradhan, a council of eight ministers, for effective administration.

These taxes were levied by Shivaji Maharaj on conquered territories to fund his administration and military.

The Yamuna River causes deep ravines and gullies in southwestern U.P., especially in Agra and Chambal regions. These eroded lands are agriculturally challenging.

Sarojini Babar was an influential politician and writer from Maharashtra and represented women’s voice in politics.

Originally known as Gheria, the fort was renamed 'Vijaydurg' by Shivaji Maharaj after conquering it, symbolizing victory.

Hari Narayan Apte is known for pioneering Marathi novels.

Ranjit Sagar Dam is named after Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the renowned ruler of Punjab. This dam is located in a gorge section near village Thein of Jammu and Kashmir and as such it is known as Thein Dam

West Bengal lies to the east of Bihar and affects its climate and monsoon patterns. Moist air from the Bay of Bengal brings rainfall. This influences agriculture and biodiversity.

The Tarai belt, located in the Himalayan foothills, has low elevation but dense vegetation. It is known for marshy land and high rainfall.

Bundelkhand lies on the northern fringe of the Vindhyan Plateau. It features rocky terrain, low rainfall, and mineral deposits.

Nawabganj Lake is a bird sanctuary near Unnao, U.P. It attracts migratory birds and supports wetland biodiversity.

Lucknow, the capital of Awadh, is famed for its Nawabi culture, cuisine, and Tehzeeb (etiquette). It was ruled by the Nawabs of Awadh in the 18th–19th centuries.

Western U.P. is known for high sugarcane production due to fertile soil and irrigation. It supports a large number of sugar mills in the region

The Gomti originates from the Terai region in U.P., not from the Himalayas. The others have their sources in Himalayan glaciers.

U.P. has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers, cold winters, and monsoon rainfall. It varies slightly from the Tarai region to Bundelkhand.

The Yamuna River separates western U.P. from Haryana. It plays a crucial role in defining political and administrative boundaries.

Uttar Pradesh has around 14% forest cover, mostly in the southern and Himalayan foothill districts. It includes reserved and protected forests.

Purvanchal, in eastern U.P., lies near rivers like Ghaghara, Rapti, and Gandak. It faces annual floods due to heavy rainfall and river overflow from Nepal.