UPSC Books – Best Books For IAS Exam
In this article on UPSC Booklist, we provide you the a list of Best books for the UPSC Exam Preparation. The UPSC Syllabus is very vast and there are a lot of books in market but you need to find best books to read which cover complete syllabus of UPSC. We have tried to listing best books for UPSC or IAS Exam preparation.
Importance of Best UPSC Bookslist
UPSC Civil Services exam is one of the toughest exams in India . As the syllabus is vast and the study materials available both online and offline is in big quantity as well as published by many writers or publishers, then it is crucial for candidates to select the best books for Civil Srvices preparation.
This year UPSC is conducting UPSC Prelims 2020 on 4th October, 2020 in between Corona Global Pandemic.
Civil Services toppers recommend that aspirant start their UPSC preparation with NCERT books and then move on to the standard reference books.
Choosing the best UPSC exam books online for different stages of the UPSC exam is very important. The UPSC CSAT Prelims comprises only objective type questions while the Mains examination contains descriptive essay type question papers.
Not only the candidates must be selective about the UPSC Exams preparation books but also divide the reading list into Prelims and Mains preparation.
However, the books for UPSC recommended by experts are listed here in subject-wise-
1. 25 Years UPSC IAS/ IPS Prelims Topic-wise Solved Papers 1 & 2 by Disha Experts
The thoroughly revised and updated 10th edition of Disha's bestseller "UPSC IAS/ IPS Prelims topic-wise Solved Papers 1 and 2 (1995-2019)" consists of past years solved papers of the General Studies Paper 1 and 2 distributed into 8 units and 52 topics. The book has been empowered with unique inputs/ articles by one of the most esteemed faculties for IAS - mrunal on 'understanding the IAS exam and strategies to crack the Prelim and Main exam', how to attempt the IAS main exam questions?, how to write essays for GS IV main exam, along with solutions to 2017-19 exams. The book provides unsolved Mains papers from 2013-18, divided topic-wise. The book also provides list of essays divided topic-wise from 1993-2018.The strength of the book lies in the Errorless detailed solutions. The book is 100% useful for both the General Studies Papers (1 and 2) of the Prelims/ CSAT.
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2.Complete Study Material for IAS/ IPS Prelim & Main General Studies Exams (set of 17 Booklets) by Disha Experts
A unique collection of Disha's bestselling books for IAS Prelims & main entrance exams. This package includes: complete study material of paper 1 in 7 books & of paper 2 in 3 books. Tables/ charts/ infographics/ graphs/ flow charts; practice exercises with hints & Solutions; shortcuts, tips & techniques to crack the IAS Prelims & Mains; past 25 year solved questions of IAS Prelims & Past 7 years Solved questions of IAS Mains; additional practice books for Paper 1 & 2 consisting of 10 Mock tests each; special material on General Knowledge & Current Affairs - Yearbook 2020 additional material on essays (151 essays on latest & most important Topics for IAS Mains) mission IAS - how to crack IAS Prelim & main Exams.
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3.A Brief History of Modern India (2019-2020 Edition) by Spectrum Books Paperback
This book brings together various aspects of the turbulent period (from arrival of the Europeans on Indian soil and the establishment of British rule in India to the day India won independence and the early years of freedom) in a systematic and succinct manner: major and important details and milestones are effectively discussed while several relevant but little known details are also highlighted.It is not just the mainstream freedom struggle that has been considered; the disparate efforts—small but significant— of several groups have also been discussed. The political and socio-economic developments that have influenced the growth of modern India have been dealt with in independent chapters.
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4.Indian Polity - For Civil Services and Other State Examinations | 6th Edition by M. Laxmikanth
The book "Indian Polity", 6th edition is a must-read for the aspirants appearing for the Civil Services examinations as well as the other State Services examinations. It is conceived to cater to the requirements of not just students appearing for competitive examinations but also postgraduates, research scholars, academics and general readers who are interested in the country’s political, civil and constitutional issues. The extant chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated as per the recent developments.
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5. Certificate Physical And Human Geography; Indian Edition by Goh Cheng Leong
Be it climate change, types of natural vegetation, mountain chains, desserts, climatic patterns, glaciers, minerals or other natural phenomenon, Certificate Physical and Human Geography is a natural companion book to know and learn from.
Elementary details of most topics that comprise of physical and human geography have been covered in an easy to understand language, with many photographs, illustrations and maps offering detailed explanation, wherever required.
Much of geographical knowledge that one needs to possess is there in this book. And for it, the book is highly relied upon by students appearing for competitive admission examinations or those aspiring to make the grades at competitive examinations held for many government openings by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
The book is divided into two main sections. The first one deals with physical geography, where in-depth information about existing land masses, oceans, types of winds, rivers, glaciation, mountain types, groundwater, rainfall and its global patterns and such existing natural phenomenon is presented in a well illustrated manner that makes reading a pleasure. It also has information on Earth’s crust and the various natural forces present in our world. There is a detailed section on earthquakes and volcanoes too.
The second section details about the existing global climatic zones of Savanna, Steppe, Mediterranean, Equatorial and Tropical Monsoon Climate. Aspects of Human Geography spread over these varied climatic zones, the types of agriculture practiced, the urban centers, mineral wealth and the developed industrial belts have also been included.
At the end of each topic, a set of relevant questions have been put for practice and making a self-analysis about having obtained clarity of the subject presented.
The book is considered very helpful by aspirants appearing for preliminary examination of Civil Services and other prestigious competitive examination that test general knowledge, which includes knowledge about geography.
Certificate Physical and Human Geography was first published in 1984 and has been popular ever since.
About the Author
Professor Goh Cheng Leong is a well known Geographer who has written many books on the subject.
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6.Indian Art and Culture for Civil Services and other Competitive Examinations by Nitin Singhania
McGraw-Hill is proud to present third edition of their bestseller “Indian art and Culture” by Nitin Singhania, third edition. This book offers comprehensive and latest information covering the broad field of knowledge on Indian art, paintings, music and architecture for the aspirants of Civil Services Preliminary and Main Examinations.
Apart from two new chapters and one appendix, the chapters have been enriched with details to make it more focused and comprehensive. There are questions at the end of each chapter which will help students prepare for the examinations.
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7.Indian Economy for Civil Services, Universities and Other Examinations (11th edition) Paperback – 30 April 2019
by Ramesh Singh (Author)
Indian Economy, 11th edition is a comprehensive and contemporary book written by Ramesh Singh on the subject with detailed coverage of all topics prescribed by the UPSC. This book has proved to be of immense importance to the aspirants of UPSC and various State Civil Service Examinations, students at universities, academics, and those with an abiding passion for the subject.
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8.Science and Technology: for Civil Services Preliminary and Main Examination
The third edition of Science and Technology has been thoroughly revised to suit the needs of students appearing for UPSC Preliminary and Main examination. The content has been aligned as per the previous examination trends so that the aspirants have a fair understanding of the subject alongside getting accustomed to the examination pattern. The content has been systematically organized to discuss the discoveries from the past to gradually cover the latest trends and breakthroughs in the field of Science and Technology.
It covers all aspects of Science and Technology from basic to advanced level making it easier for students from non-science background to comprehend and retain. Also there is emphasis on all international issues with respect to various sectors like energy, space, defence, IPR, particle Physics, material technology, Biotechnology and so on.
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9 UPSC IAS/IPS Prelims 2020 THE FINAL SUGGESTION ( Question Set + Answer Key ) 4th Edition | 55% Common Type Questions As Per Latest Pattern | Compiled by elite members of the Panel
by Mind View Editorial Panel (Author)
This Paper is equivalent to giving 100 Mock Tests. The book provides a pool of Most Accurate Suggestions along with a detailed answer which is strictly in line with the pattern and standard of the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination. Ias or Indian Administrative service is considered one of the toughest examinations in the country. Each question has been designed to thoroughly test the knowledge and the ability of the aspirants. The book has been empowered with unique inputs/ articles by one of the most esteemed faculties for IAS on understanding the IAS exam and strategies to crack the Prelim exam' It will give UPSC aspirants the closest and the best look as what to expect on 4th October 2020.
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10.Lexicon for Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude for IAS General Studies - 6th Paper Edition 2020 Paperback – 1 January 2019
by Niraj Kumar (Author)
In the present transforming society there is a need of good public Administration. Over the period of time, The role of public Administration (service) has transformed depending upon the evolution of governance but, the one which is eternal and Long lasting is the ethical values behind the service. Ethics is a multidimensional Term that is used to describe what human should do based on rights, obligations, fairness, virtues, etc. Ethics and values forms the cornerstone of public Administration system, which provides the answer to the question, "why should I be moral". A recent example of this, is the arrest of an IPS Officer who was on probation, for cheating during the Civil Services Examination. Lt raises the question about the level of honesty and the dedication on part of the Civil servant. Can such issues be only resolved with penal actions? Maybe not, and here iies the importance of ethical values, morals, integrity, attitude empathy, etc. Which comes into play. Ultimately it is the moral fibre of an individual Officer or public servant that counts. Realizing the need of the hour, UPSC has taken an initiative to inculcate the ethical and moral values and thoughts for incoming new Civil servants so that they feel the need of the society with empathy and serve accordingly. The GS Paper LV "ethics Pape/' of Civil Services Examinations is the litmus test of an individual, that is not only based on a theoretical syllabus but also scrutinizes the individual from inside through judging his personal moral conducts. This book in a pedagogical manner enlightens an individual about ethics and all its related concepts. This book is not just about the definitions, thoughts, quotations, concepts but, it is about the discussions, role play, application of thoughts and underlying cases, etc. That are useful to any individual (not only for Civil Service aspirants) for moral conduct.
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11.General Studies Paper 1 2020 : for Civil Services Preliminary Examination and State Examinations Paperback – 20 July 2019
by McGraw Hill (Author)
General Studies Paper 1 2020 is a comprehensive study material with dedicated focus on syllabus prescribed by the UPSC for the Preliminary Examination. There are three main attributes of this edition viz. excellent quality, updated data and questions based on structured analysis and emerging trends. This edition has undergone immense structural changes, making the content more precise and examination centric by weeding out redundant information. The 2020 edition is a one stop solution for the aspirants to begin preparation for the Civil Services Examination and useful for State Public Service Commission Examination.
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12.Environment By Shankar (7th) Revised Edition (2019-2020 Session)
To help students in acquiring the essentials of the topic 'environment’ during preparation for Civil Services Examination, Shankar IAS Academy has brought the book, 'environment’. This book follows the paper pattern and syllabus given by Union Public Service Commission which conducts these examinations. The language of the book is simple and the content is engaging which ensures students face no trouble during studying. Plus the distinctive designing makes it easy to navigate and read. This bestseller book has sold over 30, 000 copies and is widely read by students. A team of highly experienced writers from Shankar IAS Academy have written this book and hence it is accurate and reliable. The updated syllabus of UPSC focuses a lot on environment. The geography Paper of the Civil Service Examination includes topics on environment and hence it is important for students to have thorough understanding of this topic.
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