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Can u suggest the books for each subject?
For general studies which books have to go through,Pls suggest me how the preparation should be?

Dear Friend

Reference books for General Studies

An Introduction to the Constitution of India by D.D.Basu
Statistical Methods S.C.Gupta
Indian Economy - Plus One, Plus Two Books, Pratiyogita Darpan
General Principles of World Geography Charles Farro
Monsoon Asia Charles Farro
General Science - Tata Mc Graw Hill Guide
Mental Ability - Quantitative Apitude by R.S. Aggarwal
An Evolution of Indian Economy by I.C.Dhingra

Physical Geography of India for VII - XII Std NCERT
Ancient India for VII-XII Std NCERT
Medieval India for VII-XII Std NCERT
Modern India NCERT
Biology for VIII-X Std NCERT
Physics for VIII-X Std NCERT
Chemistry for VIII-X Std NCERT

Newspapers
The Hindu & Times of India

Magazines
Geography - Spectrum
Civil Service Chronicle
Pratiyogita Darpan Magazine
Social Welfare Magazine - Published by ministry of social welfare

Websites to follow:
www.upscportal.com
www.onestopias.com

The list of reference books for Main subjects can be posted on further request
if you mention the subject of your interest.

Thank You

In simple words for upsc you have to revise text books of all subjects starting from 8th standard history geography science .. everything(ncrt is must)
then you move on to newspapers :: 3 daily
The HINDU
THE Times of India
etc.
especially editorials, ... you should also practice rewriting them in you own words in different formats like points ,essay argument ,counter argument etc.
for current affairs reading comprehensive magazines like chronocle
csr youjna is must.
here you also get excerpts of real interviews of IAS IPS .. i.e. successful people and writeups from veterans.
This year onwards there is going to be CSAT.. ie aptitude test so you should enroll with time, career launcher etc.
You should also buy yearbooks such as Manorama, CSR yearbook etc.
Additionally
1.An Introduction to the Constitution of India D.D.Basu
2.Perspectives on Indian Constitution Edited by Subash Kashyap
3.An Evolution of Indian Economy I.C.Dhingra
4.Good School Atlas:Oxford
5.Monsoon Asia Charles Farro
6.Mental Ability – Quantitative Apitude by R.S. Aggarwal
Guides
1. Tata Mc Graw Hill
2. Spectrum
3. Unique
etc.
also visit::http://www.iaspapers.info/2009/06/18...ry-examination

Hi,

I can suggest some books for you

REFERENCE BOOKS FOR PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION: General Studies

1. Indian History - India Struggle for Independence by Bipin Chandra; NCERT Books ( XI & XII )
2. Geography - Spectrum
3. Indian Polity - Constitution of India by Bakshi
4. Indian Economy - Plus One, Plus Two Books, Pratiyogita Darpan
5. General Science - Tata Mc Graw Hill Guide
6. Mental Ability - Quantitative Apitude by R.S. Aggarwal

7. Current Affairs - Some magazines and Newspapers
i. The Hindu/The Times of India
ii. Frontline
iii. Civil Service Chronicle
iv. Chanakya
v. Competition WIZARD
vi. Civil Services Today

8. Guides
1. Tata Mc Graw Hill
2. Spectrum
3. Unique

Topic Wise Reference On General Studies

Books on Indian History & Culture:
NCERT (+ 2 level) — Ancient India, Medieval India, Modern India.
Publication Division : Gazetteer of India (Vol 2 : History & Culture)
Gandhi Nehru Tagore & Ambedkar — Gopal Krishna
Bipin Chandra - Modern India
A.C.Banerjee - History of Modern India Raghavan Aiyer — Mahatma Gandhi

Books on Geography:
NCERT : Physical Geography of India for X - XII Std
A Good School Atlas
Sharma & Cotinho : Economic and Commercial Geography of India.
Khullar : India- A Comprehnsive Geography
Charles Farro : General Principles of World Geography
Charles Farro : Monsoon Asia Reports published by Centre for Science and Enviornment And Tata Energy Research Institute
National journal - Kurukshetra, Yojana etc.
Down to earth

Books on Indian Economy:
NCERT (+1 level)—Evolution of Indian Economy(I C Dhingra).
Mishra & Puri or Dutt & Sundaram - Indian Economy
Economic Survey
The Economic Times,Business Standard
Yojana

Books on Social and National Issues :
Social Problem - Ram Ahuja
Social Welfare Magazine - Published by ministry of social welfare
Yojana/Kurukshetra
IIPa Journal

Books on Indian Polity:
NCERT (+1 level)—Indian Political System
N.L. Madan : Bhartiya Rajya Vyavastha
D.D. Basu—Indian Constitution
Kashyap—Constitution of India
Publication Division—Subhash C. Kashyap : Our Parliament
P.M. Bakshi—Indian Constitution
Our Constitution : Subhash C. kashyap
Perspective on Constitution : S.C. Kashyap
Frontline Magazine
IIPa Journal

Books on Science & Technology:
NCERT : (10 level) : Science, (+2 level) : Biology.
Popular Science Series (CSIR)
Reports Of the Ministry of Science and Technology Yojana
Science Reporter
Science and Technology in India - Spectrum


Books on Statistics:
(NCERT +1 level) Elementary Statistics
S.C.Gupta : Statistical Methods

Books on India and the World :
Journal of peace Studies
World Focus
Strategic Analysis
South Asian Journal

Other Books for General Studies:
1. India Year Book latest
2. One competitive Magazine
3. Guides like Tata Mc Graw Hill, Spectrum or Unique For General Reference
4. The Pearson General Studies Manual

and at last wish you good luck for your papers.

Hi,

As per your request, i am providing you the names of the following books to refer for the civil service examination:

1. Indian History - India Struggle for Independence by Bipin Chandra; NCERT Books ( XI & XII )
2. Geography - Spectrum
3. Indian Polity - Constitution of India by Bakshi
4. Indian Economy - Plus One, Plus Two Books, Pratiyogita Darpan
5. General Science - Tata Mc Graw Hill Guide
6. Mental Ability - Quantitative Apitude by R.S. Aggarwal
7. Current Affairs - Some magazines and Newspapers
i. The Hindu/The Times of India
ii. Frontline
iii. Civil Service Chronicle
iv. Chanakya
v. Competition WIZARD
vi. Civil Services Today
8. Guides
a. Tata Mc Graw Hill
b. Spectrum
c. Unique

Topic Wise Reference On General Studies

Books on Indian History & Culture:
NCERT (+ 2 level) — Ancient India, Medieval India, Modern India.
Publication Division : Gazetteer of India (Vol 2 : History & Culture)
Gandhi Nehru Tagore & Ambedkar — Gopal Krishna
Bipin Chandra - Modern India
A.C.Banerjee - History of Modern India Raghavan Aiyer — Mahatma Gandhi

Books on Geography:
NCERT : Physical Geography of India for X - XII Std
A Good School Atlas(Oxford)
Sharma & Cotinho : Economic and Commercial Geography of India.
Khullar : India- A Comprehnsive Geography
Charles Farro : General Principles of World Geography
Charles Farro : Monsoon Asia Reports published by Centre for Science and Enviornment And Tata Energy Research Institute
National journal - Kurukshetra, Yojana etc.
Down to earth

Books on Indian Economy:
NCERT (+1 level)—Evolution of Indian Economy(I C Dhingra).
Mishra & Puri or Dutt & Sundaram - Indian Economy
Economic Survey
The Economic Times,Business Standard
Yojana

Books on Social and National Issues :
Social Problem - Ram Ahuja
Social Welfare Magazine - Published by ministry of social welfare
Yojana/Kurukshetra
IIPa Journal

Books on Indian Polity:
NCERT (+1 level)—Indian Political System
N.L. Madan : Bhartiya Rajya Vyavastha
D.D. Basu—Indian Constitution
Kashyap—Constitution of India
Publication Division—Subhash C. Kashyap : Our Parliament
P.M. Bakshi—Indian Constitution
Our Constitution : Subhash C. kashyap
Perspective on Constitution : S.C. Kashyap
Frontline Magazine
IIPa Journal

Books on Science & Technology:
NCERT : (10 level) : Science, (+2 level) : Biology.
Popular Science Series (CSIR)
Reports Of the Ministry of Science and Technology Yojana
Science Reporter
Science and Technology in India - Spectrum

Books on Statistics:
(NCERT +1 level) Elementary Statistics
S.C.Gupta : Statistical Methods

Books on India and the World :
Journal of peace Studies
World Focus
Strategic Analysis
South Asian Journal

Other Books for General Studies:
1. India Year Book latest
2. One competitive Magazine
3. Guides like Tata Mc Graw Hill, Spectrum or Unique For General Reference 4. The Pearson General Studies Manual

Also, you ca refer to pratiyogita Darpan for knowledge.
You may get these books at any leading bookstore or visit their sites for e-books.
I am providing you a link where you can get free e-books of NCERT publication, check below:

http://www.civilserviceindia.com/sub...oks/index.html

Good Luck!

http://www.civilserviceindia.com/subject/General-Studies/free-books/index.html
u can go to this link and download books.
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