A. Books:
1. Current Affairs:
"Manorama Yearbook" by Mammen Mathew
"Current Affairs Yearly" by Arihant Publications
2. Indian History:
"India’s Struggle for Independence" by Bipin Chandra
"Ancient India" by R.S. Sharma
3. Geography:
"Geography of India" by Majid Husain
"Physical Geography" by Savindra Singh
3. Indian Polity:
"Indian Polity" by M. Laxmikanth
"Introduction to the Constitution of India" by D.D. Basu
4. Economics:
"Indian Economy" by Ramesh Singh
"Economic Survey of India" (Annual publication by the Government of India)
5. Science and Technology:
"General Science for Civil Services Preliminary Examination" by R.P. Jadon
"Science and Technology in India" by Kalpana Rajaram
6. Environment and Ecology:
"Environmental Studies: From Crisis to Cure" by Rajagopalan
"Environment and Ecology" by Majid Husain
B. Websites and Online Resources:
1. Official Websites:
UPSC Official Website (For general guidelines and related resources)
Check the specific state's PSC website (For official notifications and updates related to Deputy Commissioner cum District Magistrate recruitment)
2. Online Study Platforms:
Unacademy: Offers courses, lectures, and test series for various competitive exams.
Byju’s: Provides video lectures and study materials across different subjects.
Testbook: Features mock tests and practice questions tailored for various exams.
3. Educational YouTube Channels:
Study IQ Education: Provides current affairs and general studies content.
Unacademy: Includes exam preparation strategies and lessons.
4. Practice Papers and Mock Tests:
Gradeup: Offers mock tests, practice papers, and study materials.
Oliveboard: Provides mock tests, practice questions, and study resources.
5. Forums and Community Support:
Pagalguy: Discussion forums for exam preparation.
Quora: A platform for seeking advice and insights from individuals who have taken similar exams.