History Basics for 2018 - Old NCERT vs New NCERT vs Tamil Nadu 11th & 12th text books.

Indian Voyager

As the discussion title suggests, which of the three is better for basic and strong foundation of history?
Some say that the quality of old NCERTs are irreplaceable. Since old NCERTs have been stopped, some say that new NCERTs are relevant now a days and questions will be asked from them. Mrunal suggests that TN 11th and 12th text books are more than enough as it is simple, easy to understand and covers the required areas. He also quoted the answers for some Prelims questions from TN books as a proof.

Combo 1:
Ancient & Medieval History - TN 11th text book.
Modern History - Spectrum + Bipin Chandra's "Struggle for Independence" (blue cover book)

Combo 2:
Ancient & Mediaeval History - New NCERTs from 6th to 12th.
Modern History - Spectrum + Bipin Chandra's "Struggle for Independence" (blue cover book)

I am a beginner. Fresher.
Restriction of source is important I guess. If I want to choose among these 3 sources, what should I choose?
I have minimised to the above 2 combos. Which combo helped or will help in clearing the exam?

PS : It will be better if either rank holders/toppers/people who have read all the 3 sources comment in this thread, so that information overload can be avoided. If anyone is confident enough to suggest can also comment.

Thank You in advance.

Beetel

Even I am confused about the same. Sir @Neyawn, please guide.

haryanvi jaat

Stick to one combo

bugsbunny

old ncert , even though its bit bulky but old ncert better than TN books

Shad

old ncert , even though its bit bulky but old ncert better than TN books

+1

drLee

As the discussion title suggests, which of the three is better for basic and strong foundation of history?
Some say that the quality of old NCERTs are irreplaceable. Since old NCERTs have been stopped, some say that new NCERTs are relevant now a days and questions will be asked from them. Mrunal suggests that TN 11th and 12th text books are more than enough as it is simple, easy to understand and covers the required areas. He also quoted the answers for some Prelims questions from TN books as a proof.

Combo 1:
Ancient & Medieval History - TN 11th text book.
Modern History - Spectrum + Bipin Chandra's "Struggle for Independence" (blue cover book)

Combo 2:
Ancient & Mediaeval History - New NCERTs from 6th to 12th.
Modern History - Spectrum + Bipin Chandra's "Struggle for Independence" (blue cover book)

I am a beginner. Fresher.
Restriction of source is important I guess. If I want to choose among these 3 sources, what should I choose?
I have minimised to the above 2 combos. Which combo helped or will help in clearing the exam?

PS : It will be better if either rank holders/toppers/people who have read all the 3 sources comment in this thread, so that information overload can be avoided. If anyone is confident enough to suggest can also comment.

Thank You in advance.

i also hav d same que..

lapizlazuli

tamil nadu text books are written in which linearity in dates is follwed(who ruled after whom.)...chronology maintained well in it.
old ncerts are like essays which doesnot follow proper arrangement of dates and events.... content is rich in tamil nadu book.

i suggest tamil nadu book+themes in indian history part 2.

upsc easy

Indian Voyager

old ncert , even though its bit bulky but old ncert better than TN books

In what way?

Indian Voyager

tamil nadu text books are written in which linearity in dates is follwed(who ruled after whom.)...chronology maintained well in it.
old ncerts are like essays which doesnot follow proper arrangement of dates and events.... content is rich in tamil nadu book.

i suggest tamil nadu book+themes in indian history part 2.

Thank You @lapizlazuli
How did the TN books and new NCERTs benefit you than the old NCERTs?

Indian Voyager

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