List of Best Books for Indian Economy (Pre-cum-Mains) : UPSC/UPPSC

Why is Indian Economy important for UPSC and UPPSC Pre-cum-mains Examination ?

It is very dynamic (current based) topic of the UPSC  and UPPSC Pre-cum-mains Examination.

• Indian Economy one of the major subject in prelims point of view.

• In Mains, General Studies Paper III almost 40% questions asked from Indian Economy topic.

• It is one of the Optional subject recognised by the Commission.

Best books for Indian Economy :

The most authentic Economy books for preparation of UPSC, UPPSC and other Civil Service Examination.  These are -

1. NCERT

Class - XI : Indian Economic Development 

It covered the Indian Economy from 1947 to the Liberalisation Era.

Class - XII : Introducing Microeconomics 

Note : NCERT books read at least two times.

2. The Indian Economy - by Sanjiv Verma 

It's good one to start from zero to hero in understanding the Indian Economy. The new edition of book added new chapters as per the civil service exam demand.

Advantages :

The advantages of this book -

• One of the trusted book among Civil Service Aspirants.

• Simple Language

• Easy Understand

• Covered Micro & Macroeconomics

• Include recent Economic Development at Domestic and International level.

3. Indian Economy - by Ramesh Singh 

It is one of the most recommended Economy book for the preparation of UPSC/UPPSC and other Civil Service Examination. The new edition book added new chapters like Economic Impact of COVID-19, AtmaNirbhar Bharat and also revised some chapters e.g. Agriculture, Industry, Infrastructure, etc.

Advantages :

Mr. Ramesh Singh is also a great mentor for Civil Service Aspirants and expert in Economy.

The advantages are -

• Simplified Concept and Updated Facts

• Authentic Contents

• More Informative

• Multiple Choice Questions and Answers

• Useful in Pre-cum-Mains Examinations.

4. Indian Economy - by Nitin Singhania

It is Comprehensive coverage of important aspects of Indian Economy along with Current Affairs. The book written in lucid manner, the concept have been enriched with graph, tables, flowcharts, etc.

Advantages :

Nitin Singhania is a bureaucrat (IAS in 2013) and his most popular book is 'Art & Culture'.

The advantages of the book is -

• Simple Language

• Easly Understand

• Authentic Book

• Relevant Current Issues

• Useful in Pre-cum-Mains Examinations

5. Indian Economy - by Datt & Sundaram's

It is a very comprehensive book on Indian Economy. This will help in preparation of General Studies and Economy as an Optional subject in UPSC/UPPSC and other Civil Service Examination.

How to Prepare Indian Economy without Coaching ?

As we know Economy is a dynamic subject. It will be prepare in following ways -

• Select basic books first -

Read anyone book mentioned above with NCERT books class - XI and XII.

• Make Notes - Notes will be in simple language and short.

• Watch Mrunal Economy Videos

• Current Affairs : The Hindu/The Indian Express, Vision IAS Current Affairs Materials, Only IAS YouTube Videos.

• Practice Daily MCQs and at least one mains based questions.

This is more than enough to prepare Indian Economy without Coaching.

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List of Best Books for Indian Economy (Pre-cum-Mains) : UPSC/UPPSC :

Sr. No.	Indian Economy Books	Author
1.	NCERT : Class XI - Indian Economy Development & Class XII - Introducing Macroeconomics	___
2.	The Indian Economy	Sanjiv             Verma
3.	Indian Economy	Ramesh Singh
4.	Indian Economy	Nitin Singhania
5.	Indian Economy	Datt & Sundarams'

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