Top 8 Books for IAS Aspirants Preparing for UPSC Exam:

India After Gandhi by Ramachandra Guha

01.

It is not easy to put many things in context without knowing what has been going on in Indian politics over the years.

NCERT books: The Complete Package

02.

Your preparation should start with these. Every aspirant should read the NCERTs, regardless of the coaching they receive or the books they consult.

Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

03.

This is one book that is certain to appear on the reading list of IAS candidates for the UPSC exam. Politeness is a difficult topic to discuss.

Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh

04.

We encourage you to approach Ramesh Singh in the same way that Laxmikanth did above, but our tablet students can skip it entirely if they prefer.

Introduction to the Constitution of India by D.D. Basu

05.

Once you are familiar with the fundamentals of modern history, economy, and politics, it is time to delve a little bit deeper.

India’s Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra

06.

This is the most structured book on Modern Indian History you can read, with the exception of a few titles like the Spectrum Books Civil Services.

2nd ARC Reports

07.

It's time to start planning how to change the nation. The 2nd ARC had given it a lot of thought. Investigate their opinions and revise them.

The Wonder That Was India by AL Basham

08.

Reading up on ancient history doesn't really pay off. Contrarily, this book is an accessible classic. You will feel elated to be an Indian. How you ought to read it