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Most editions cover both Working Stress Method (briefly) and Limit State Method (focus). Most editions cover both Working Stress Method (briefly)
For basic exams, Neelam Sharma is simpler. B.C. Punmia is more comprehensive. Pillai & Menon is best for in-depth understanding. Choose based on your syllabus. Punmia is more comprehensive
