What is the capital of Uttar Pradesh?

Correct option is A

Correct Option: (A) Lucknow

• Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India.

• It serves as the administrative and political center of the state.

• The city is known for its rich cultural heritage, nawabi architecture, Urdu poetry, and delicious cuisine.

• Located on: The banks of the Gomti River

• Known for:

  1. Bara Imambara

  2. Rumi Darwaza

  3. Chikan embroidery

  4. Tehzeeb (etiquette) and hospitality

• It also hosts the Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) and Uttar Pradesh High Court bench.

• Agra:

  • Known for the Taj Mahal, not the capital.

• Patna:

  • Capital of Bihar, not Uttar Pradesh.

• Varanasi:

  • A spiritual and cultural hub on the Ganga River, but not the administrative capital.