For the History section in UPSC preparation, several recommendations are prevalent. The NCERT textbooks provide a solid foundation and are crucial for understanding basic concepts. Additionally, "Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India" is favored for modern history preparation. To cover ancient and medieval themes comprehensively, "The Ancient India" by R.S. Sharma and "Medieval India" by Satish Chandra are recommended. Lastly, referring to "India’s Struggle for Independence" by Bipan Chandra offers valuable insights into the freedom movement.