Why the Right Booklist Matters Choosing the right study material is half the battle won. The WBCS exam demands conceptual clarity, factual accuracy, and analytical ability. With numerous books available, many aspirants lose valuable time searching for the “best one.” That’s why we’ve compiled a list trusted by toppers and experts — so you can focus on studying, not searching. WBCS Prelims – Recommended Books General Studies: Lucent’s General Knowledge and Arihant GK Manual for comprehensive coverage. History: Spectrum’s Modern India and NCERT History (Class 6–12) for clear basics. Geography: Majid Hussain’s Geography and NCERT Geography Books. Polity: M. Laxmikanth – Indian Polity , a must-read for every aspirant. Economy: Ramesh Singh’s Indian Economy for conceptual understanding. Current Affairs: Monthly magazines like Pratiyogita Darpan or Vision IAS updates. WBCS Mains – Subject-Wise Books English & Bengali Papers: Practice from previous ye...