Spectrum’s Rapid Revision Studypack: Public Administration

Spectrum’s Rapid Revision Studypack: Public Administration is a comprehensive, exam-oriented resource designed for candidates preparing for UGC-NET/JRF, SET, UPSC Civil Services and State Civil Services examinations. It provides a structured review of public administration, covering foundational theories, administrative principles and contemporary developments in governance.

The book explores the nature and scope of public administration, the evolution of administrative thought, organisational theories and principles, and the changing role of government institutions. It also examines contemporary approaches such as New Public Management and Good Governance, helping readers connect traditional theories with current administrative practices.

The content has been reviewed and organised to support conceptual understanding and factual accuracy. Numerous multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are included to help candidates practise different question formats, assess their preparation and improve their ability to identify correct answers efficiently.

For additional practice, the book includes question reviews, practice test papers and solved previous-year UGC-NET/JRF papers from 2021–2025. It also features solved UPSC Civil Services Prelims papers from 2005–2009, which can support practice and conceptual clarity. Tables and boxed information make important facts and complex concepts easier to review.

Key Highlights

• Comprehensive coverage of Public Administration

• Useful for UGC-NET/JRF and SET examinations

• Supports UPSC and State Civil Services preparation

• Foundational administrative theories and principles

• Contemporary approaches, including New Public Management and Good Governance

• Multiple-choice questions based on recent examination patterns

• Question review sections and practice test papers

• Solved UGC-NET/JRF papers from 2021–2025

• Solved UPSC Prelims papers from 2005–2009

• Tables and boxed information for revision

• Suitable for practice, self-assessment and rapid revision

Book Details

• Edition: 26th Edition, 2026

• Pages: 540

• Binding: Paperback

• ISBN-10: 81-9864-015-0

• ISBN-13: 9788198640154

• Publisher: Spectrum Books Pvt. Ltd.

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