Sarojini Naidu became the first Indian woman Governor of U.P. (formerly United Provinces). Her appointment in 1947 was a milestone for women in Indian politics.

The First Battle of Panipat led to the foundation of the Mughal Empire. Although fought in Haryana, its impact extended to Uttar Pradesh. Babur soon gained control over key cities like Agra.

Chittu Pandey led the local revolutionaries in Ballia during the Quit India Movement. He declared Ballia independent from British rule for a short time. He is known as the "Tiger of Ballia.

Akbar constructed the Jama Masjid in Fatehpur Sikri, U.P., as part of his capital. The mosque is an architectural marvel and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was completed in 1571.

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred in April 1919. It provoked widespread outrage across India, including major protests in U.P. The event was a catalyst for the Non-Cooperation Movement.

Mathura was an important capital of the Kushan Empire under Kanishka. It became a key center of art, sculpture, and Buddhism. The Mathura school of art flourished during this period.

Saadat Ali Khan was appointed the first Nawab of Awadh by the Mughal emperor in 1722. He laid the foundation of Awadh's semi-independent rule. The dynasty became culturally and politically significant.

Before becoming the United Provinces of Agra and Oudh in 1902, the region was called the North-Western Provinces. It was later renamed Uttar Pradesh in 1950.

Saadat Ali Khan was appointed Nawab of Awadh by the Mughal emperor in 1722. He is considered the founder of the autonomous Awadh state.

Babu Kunwar Singh, a zamindar from Jagdishpur, led a valiant resistance against the British during the 1857 revolt.

Syed Hasan Imam was a prominent freedom fighter and presided over the INC session in 1918. He hailed from Bihar.

The Treaty of Faizabad was signed between Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula and the British East India Company. It increased British influence in Awadh.

None of the listed ancient universities were in modern U.P.; they were located elsewhere. This MCQ tests awareness of historical geography.

Jawaharlal Nehru represented the Phulpur constituency in Uttar Pradesh in India’s first Lok Sabha. He remained its MP until his death in 1964.

King Harshavardhana of the Vardhana dynasty made Kannauj his capital. Under his rule, the city became a major center of culture and politics.

Akbar died in Agra in 1605 and his tomb is located in Sikandra, near Agra. The tomb is an architectural marvel of Mughal design.

Rajgir Ropeway, India’s oldest ropeway, leads to the Vishwa Shanti Stupa (Peace Pagoda), located on Ratnagiri Hill.

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.