Political Science Optional

Comprehensive study plan and

Book List
Foundation Books for Political Science & International
Relations optional and for General Studies
First, read NCERT books(Civics, World History, National
Movement, Indian Economy, Indian Society).

Next, once you complete with NCERT read the below:

1. Idea of India – By Sunil Khillani

2. Economic Development and Social Opportunity – By Amartya

Sen

3. India Today – By Harris & Corbridge

4. Pax Indica – By Shashi Tharoor

5. Political Theory – By Rajeev Bhargava

Key books for mains

Political theory – O P Gauba

International relations – V K Malhotra

Constitution by D.D. Basu

India’s struggle for independence by Bipan Chandra

Modern Indian history by Spectrum