Sher Shah Suri developed the Grand Trunk Road, one of Asia’s oldest roads, which still connects key cities across India and Pakistan.

The Barabar Caves, located in Jehanabad, Bihar, were built during Emperor Ashoka’s reign for Ajivika monks.

The First Buddhist Council was held at Saptaparni Cave in Rajgir shortly after the death of Buddha.

The Vaishali Express is named after the ancient city of Vaishali, a historic center of democracy and culture.

Bihar became a separate province from the Bengal Presidency in 1912 under British rule.

Rajgir was the first capital of the Magadha kingdom and is closely associated with Buddha and Mahavira.

Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world and was historically called Banaras. It remains a spiritual and cultural hub in Uttar Pradesh.

Kanpur developed as a major military base under British rule. General Wheeler played a prominent role in its establishment, especially before the 1857 revolt.

Ayodhya served as the capital of the ancient Kosala kingdom. It holds great religious and historical significance, especially in the Ramayana.

Ram Prasad Bismil hailed from Shahjahanpur in U.P. and played a key role in the Kakori train robbery. He was a prominent figure in the Hindustan Republican Association.

The Chandela dynasty built the Khajuraho temples during the 10th–12th centuries. Though now in Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho was historically connected to regions near Bundelkhand in U.P.

Emperor Ashoka expanded the Mauryan Empire across the Indian subcontinent, including Uttar Pradesh. His edicts have been found in the region, reflecting his rule and promotion of Buddhism.

Uttar Pradesh was formed on 26 January 1950, replacing the United Provinces. It was renamed as part of India's transition into a republic. This marked a new administrative beginning for the region.

The Kakori Conspiracy of 1925 involved revolutionaries looting a British train carrying treasury funds. It occurred near Kakori, a town near Lucknow. It was a bold act against British rule.

Wajid Ali Shah was the last Nawab of Awadh before the British annexed it in 1856. His removal was one of the causes of the 1857 uprising. He was later exiled to Calcutta

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.

It means “Land of the Rising Sun.”

Khampti have links to Theravada Buddhism and Hinduism.

Ziro is a cultural and agricultural hub.

They are the largest tribe in the state.

Apatani are famous for sustainable agriculture and tattoos.

Adi tribe worships Sun (Donyi) and Moon (Polo).

Due to strategic location bordering China and Burma.

British anthropologist who shaped tribal policy.

Inner Line Permit protects tribal lands.

He served during the Union Territory period.

Drawn in 1914, still disputed by China.

Walong was a key battlefield in eastern Arunachal.