Best Books for Excelling in UPSC Mains Exam

Sriram Srirangam , Founder & Director – Sriram’s IAS, shares Comprehensive Guide, list of Best Books for Excelling in UPSC Mains Exam Preparation When preparing for the UPSC mains examination, which is a crucial stage of the Civil Services Exam.

When preparing for the UPSC mains examination, which is a crucial stage of the Civil Services Exam, it is essential to have access to the right study materials. Here is a comprehensive list of highly recommended books that can greatly aid in your UPSC mains preparation:

1. Indian Economy by Sriram Srirangam : This extensively researched book provides comprehensive coverage of the Indian economy, making it an invaluable resource for the economics-related topics in the UPSC mains examination.

2. Indian Art and Culture by Nitin Singhania: This book serves as an excellent guide for topics related to Indian heritage, art, music, and architecture. It includes detailed explanations, illustrations, and practice questions to facilitate comprehensive preparation.

3. International Relations by Pushpesh Pant: A comprehensive book covering international events, this resource offers insights into global affairs, diplomatic relations, and contemporary issues, which are crucial for the international relations section of the UPSC mains examination.

4. Oxford School Atlas: This atlas provides detailed physical and political maps of India and the world, along with thematic maps on various subjects. It is a valuable resource for the geography section of the UPSC mains examination.

5. India Year Book: Published by the Indian Government's Publication Division, this book offers comprehensive information on various aspects of India, including government policies, demographics, trade, economy, and social issues. It serves as an authoritative source of current affairs for the mains examination.

6. Indian Polity for Civil Services Examination by SRIRAM’s IAS: This book is for the UPSC and State Civil Services Examination, written in line with the current trend of the examination. Previous policy papers focused only on the conventional aspects. For some years now, it has been coupling the conventional with the current developments and the book is written with the current trend in mind.

7. A Brief History of Modern India by Rajiv Ahir: Focusing on significant events from the decline of the Mughal empire to India's independence, this book presents a timeline-based approach to understanding modern Indian history, which is an important topic for the mains examination.

8. Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, Climate Change & Disaster Management by Dr. Ravi Agrahari: This book covers essential environmental topics, including ecology, biodiversity, climate change, and disaster management. It provides in-depth explanations and relevant examples to enhance understanding and answer writing skills.

These books are highly recommended for their comprehensive coverage, accuracy, and relevance to the UPSC mains syllabus. It is important to note that these resources should be supplemented with newspapers, magazines, government reports, and other online sources to stay updated with current affairs and contemporary issues.

Remember, while these books serve as valuable study materials, it is equally crucial to practice answer writing, develop critical thinking skills, and engage in thorough revision to excel in the UPSC mains examination.

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