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International Relations Books for UPSC: Books that Help You Ace Prepare for UPSC, Here are Some of the Most Suggested International Relations Books for UPSC.
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International Relations Books for UPSC: Books that Help You Ace Prepare for UPSC, Here are Some of the Most Suggested International Relations Books for UPSC.
Books for International Relations Optional in UPSC CSE
International Relations BOOK LIST - MAINS: PAPER-I BOOKS
International Relations and International Relations
Section A: Comparative Politics and International Relations
Essential Readings:
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“The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations” by John Baylis, Steve Smith and Patricia Owens.
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“Global Politics” by Andrew Heywood.
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“Theories of Comparative Politics: The Search for a Paradigm Reconsidered” by Ronald H. Chilcote.
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IGNOU notes on Comparative Politics.
Additional Readings:
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“Theories of International Relations” by Palgrave publications.
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“The Oxford Handbook of International Relations” by Christian Reus-Smit and Duncan Snidal.
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“Understanding International Relations” by Chris Brown and Kirsten Ainley.
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“Introduction to International Relations: Theories and Approaches” by Georg Sorenson and Robert Jackson.
Section B: India and the World
Essential Readings:
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Indian Foreign Policy: An Overview by Harsh Pant
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International Relations- Mcgraw Hill education
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“IDSA website should be followed for articles.
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MEA website should be regularly followed for updates and articles.
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IR editorials should be followed in The Hindu and TheIndian Express.
Additional Readings:
- Syllabus first: Match every International Relations source with the relevant UPSC syllabus topics.
- PYQ check: Use previous-year questions to decide the depth required from each book.
- Revision: Keep a limited source list and revise it repeatedly instead of adding overlapping books.
Frequently asked questionsFrequently asked questions
Which books are recommended for International Relations in UPSC preparation?
The page provides a subject-wise list of recommended International Relations sources for UPSC preparation. Use it with the official syllabus and previous-year questions before finalising your core books.
How should aspirants use the International Relations booklist for UPSC?
Map each book to a defined syllabus area, read one core source at a time, make concise notes and revise through UPSC previous-year questions.
Should every book in the International Relations UPSC booklist be read cover to cover?
No. Select chapters according to the syllabus and question trend. A limited, repeatedly revised source list is more useful than reading several overlapping books once.