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Which books should I read for UPSC?
Important books for UPSC (IAS) Preparation: Prelims
- Indian Polity for Civil Services Examinations by M.
- Indian Art and Culture by Nitin Singhania (Culture)
- Certificate Physical and Human Geography by Goh Cheng Leong. (
- Oxford School Atlas by Oxford Publishers. (
- Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh (Economy)
Do we need to study all NCERT books for UPSC?
Every year at least 35-40 prelims questions are directly asked from the NCERTs. For Example, Geography NCERTs of class 11 and 12 and History NCERT of class 10 and 11 are the most comprehensive books which must be read by every aspirant.
What is the best way to study NCERT for UPSC?
A: The best way to study NCERT books for the UPSC exam is by creating a proper study plan. Go through the entire exam pattern and syllabus. Create a study plan based on your weak and strong areas. This will help you in dedicating more time to your weak subjects/topics.
Which is the best geography book for UPSC?
Geography of India by Majid Hussain. Geography of India by Majid Hussain is the most referred book for both the prelims and mains exams of UPSC.
Which is the best book on Indian history for UPSC?
A New Look at Modern Indian History From 1707 to the Modern Times- Alka Mehta and B L Grover S
What are the best magazines to prepare for UPSC exam?
Many successful candidates in the last three years have described the Yojana as the best magazine for UPSC preparation. Every year one or two essays can be seen in the UPSC Main examination directly from Yojana magazine. It covers important topics like federalism, governance, budget, agriculture, etc.