State PCS PYQPrelims 2023

UPPCS · Question 58

Consider the following statements with reference to Uttar Pradesh: 1. Forests constitute about 12.8% of the total geographical area of the state. 2. The districts of Jaunpur, Ghazipur and Ballia have no forest land. Select the correct answer from the code given below.

  1. Neither 1 nor 2
  2. Both 1 and 2
  3. Only 2
  4. Only 1
Show answer & explanation

Answer: (B) Both 1 and 2

Explanation

The commission treats both statements as correct: recorded forest area is about 12.8% of UP's area, and Jaunpur, Ghazipur and Ballia have no forest land. (As per the official UPPSC answer key.)