Public Administration by M Laxmikanth (2nd Edition) – For Civil Services, State Services, UGC NET & Other Competitive Examinations

Public Administration by the highly acclaimed author M Laxmikanth is a premier, foundational textbook carefully engineered for civil services aspirants, state services candidates, UGC NET scholars, and university students. Now in its significantly enhanced 2nd edition, this book offers an authoritative, systematic, and highly accessible roadmap to mastering public administration concepts, administrative theories, and institutional mechanisms.

This revised edition is structurally tailored to meet contemporary examination trends, effectively bridging classic administrative philosophies with modern governance practices. To give candidates a formidable edge, the book comes integrated with enriched digital resources via the McGraw Hill Edge platform. These exclusive online tools include interactive practice tests, curated expert sessions, and strategic preparation frameworks tailored for the UPSC optional paper and competitive syllabi. Written in the author’s trademark clear and analytical prose, this textbook breaks down complex structural theories, public policy formulations, and personnel management concepts into easily digestible sections, making it an essential reference for high-scoring aspirants.