What are the best books for UPSC exam preparation?

Choosing the best books for UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) exam preparation can be a daunting task for aspirants. Here are some books that are recommended by experts and previous year’s toppers:

1. Indian Polity for Civil Services Examinations by M. Laxmikanth

2. India’s Struggle for Independence by Bipin Chandra

3. A Brief History of Modern India by Spectrum Publications

4. Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh

5. Certificate Physical and Human Geography by Goh Cheng Leong

6. Environment and Ecology by Majid Hussain

7. Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude for Civil Services Main Examination by Subba Rao and P.N. Roy Chowdhury

8. The Hindu and Indian Express Newspapers for current affairs

9. Oxford School Atlas

10. NCERT textbooks for History, Geography, Economics, and Political Science of class 6th to 12th.

Apart from these books, candidates should also refer to previous year’s question papers, attend mock tests and test series to get a better understanding of the exam pattern and to practice their answer-writing skills.

It is important to note that aspirants should not depend solely on these books and should read multiple sources to get a holistic understanding of the topics. Candidates should also choose books that suit their learning style and preferences.