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The Correct answer is IIT Kharagpur 

Key Points

• National Digital Library of India, IIT, Kharagpur:
  • The National Digital Library of India, created by IIT Kanpur, serves as a virtual repository of educational resources.
  • This initiative falls under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and is part of the National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT).
  • Initially introduced in pilot form in May 2016, the library was officially dedicated to the nation on June 19, 2018, by Union Human Resource Minister Prakash Javadekar.
  • The Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, oversees the management of this library.
  • The National Digital Library of India (NDLI) aims to foster knowledge creation, collaboration, and dissemination by offering support to various institutes and organizations in creating and managing their digital assets through the Institutional Digital Repository (IDR) Hosting Service. 
  • DEEPAK: Disability Education & Engagement Portal for Access to Knowledge is also maintained by NDLI.
  • CHAVI: the Comprehensive Archive of Imaging in Oncology, stands as India's first imaging biobank dedicated to oncological imaging.
  • In the field of oncology, imaging plays a crucial role not only in diagnosis but also in therapy and post-therapy follow-up.

The correct answer is "State Central Library".

Additional Information

• Central Library, Baroda- 
  • The Central Library was initially part of the personal library of Maharaja Siyajirao Gaekwad III.
  • It was the first to start a training course in Library Science in India in 1911.  
  • W.A. borden was appointed the librarian of Central Library, Baroda.
• Development of Central Library, Baroda-
  • The library movement in Baroda started in 1910 when primary education also was made free and compulsory.
  • Maharaja Siyajirao Gaekwad III invited Mr. M.A. Borden, an American Librarian in 1910, to introduce a scientifically organized library system.
  • Borden With the assistance of the Maharaja established the State Central Library and a planned network of free public libraries throughout the State.
  • A separate department of libraries was also established.
  • They introduced open access system for all libraries.
  • Borden in 1910 first library school to train the professionals who are required for running these libraries.
  • A library science journal was also started in 1912.

The correct answer is Providing support to the development of research and publication

Key Points 

•  University Libraries:
  • The five major functions of a university are:
    • Learning and teaching;
    • Research and generation of new knowledge;
    • Dissemination and publication of research results;
    • Conservation of knowledge and ideas; and
    • Extension and services.
  • The recommendations of the Raj Committee state that 20% of the university budget should be available for the university library.
• Collage Library;
  • Radhakrishnan Commission recommended the setting apart of 6%, the Kothari Commission raised it to about10%, The Karnataka State Universities Review Committee (popularly known as the Raj Commission recommends about 20% of the college budget for the maintenance and development of the library
  • On the size of the collection, educationists hold the view that a representative college library should, have at least 50 books per student
• School Library:
  • The school libraries are at Primary, Middle, Secondary, etc. levels.
  • The foundation of reading habits among children is well laid in school libraries.

Additional Information 

•  Library extension services;
  • Library extension service is an effort to increase the number of its users to make maximum use of its resources.
  • These services are provided by public libraries.
  • These services include
    • Book libraries
    • Bookmobiles
    • Services for illiterates
    • Young Adult Services
    • Services for Adult Learners
    • Services for Senior Citizens

The Correct answer is 1937.

Key Points

• The Government Divisional Public Library in Bikaner, initially established in 1937 as the King Edward George V Memorial Library, underwent several name changes over the years.
• After the merger of princely states, it became known as the State Regional Library in Rajasthan and later as the Government Public Circle Library.
• The library relocated to its current building on September 4, 1954.
• The Maharaja of Bikaner State, Shri Gangasinh Bahadur, generously contributed precious and rare texts from his private library to enrich the collection.
• The library houses distinctive collections of Indian paintings, including renowned artworks from both India and abroad.
• It contains plates featuring famous paintings, diverse pictorial representations, and specialized collections on historical topics such as the Bikaner Golden Jubilee.
• Additionally, it holds records of meetings by Narendra Mandal, ancient texts like the Vedas and Puranas, literature on astrology, and publications on contemporary subjects.
• The library offers resources beneficial for competitive examinations, specific magazines, and gazettes from the Bikaner State, Rajasthan, and India.
• Children's Corner was established in the library on 14th November 2007 in collaboration with Raja Rammohan Roy Library Foundation, Kolkata.
• In which computers for children, TV and a variety of educational games are available

The correct answer is UNESCO.

Key PointsDelhi Public Library

• Delhi Public Library is a national depository library in the Indian Union Territory of Delhi.
• The library has 37 branches across the state.
• The library was established on 27 October 1951.
• This project was sponsored by UNESCO and the Government of India.
• In February 1950 the Indian government and UNESCO agreed to initiate the project.
• The library was officially opened on 27 October 1951, by then-Prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru.

Additional InformationUNESCO

• The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
• It aimed at promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences, and culture.
• Headquartered at the World Heritage Centre in Paris, France.
• UNESCO was founded in 1945.

RRRLF:

• RRRLF was established in May 1972 by the department of culture, govt. of India.
• It consists of 22 members nominated by Govt. of India amongst eminent Educationists, Librarians, Administrators, and senior officials.
• RRRLF is resister under the west Bengal society’s registration Act, 1961.
• RRRLF supports public library service and system and promotes the public library movement in the country.
• A chairman of RRRLF is the minister of the department of culture Government of India or his nominee.
• Director General is the executive head and ex. Officio member secretary of the foundation.
• Since 2005-2006 the foundation has also taken up the initiative to develop the district youth resource center (DYRC) in collaboration with Nehru yuvak Kendra Sangathan.

International Federation of Library of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA):

• IFLA was founded in 1927 in Edinburgh, Scotland.
• IFLA Introduces the concept of Sister Libraries for promoting Public Libraries.
• the goal of promoting international contacts among library associations and librarians.
• It is a non-governmental professional organisation.
• It is presently one of the leading international bodies representing the interest of library and information services and their users.
• It is considered to be the global voice of the library and information profession.
• In the year 1971, the IFLA set up a permanent secretariat in The Hague, Netherlands.

The correct answer is "1891".

Key Points

•  Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Public Library-
  • The origin of the establishment is back in 1842 as Muhammadiyah Private Library.
  • It is situated in Patna (Bihar).
  • 29th of October in 1891 it was established as Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Public Library by HMJ Sir Khan Bahadur Khuda Baksh and opened to the public.
  • Maulvi Muhammad Baksh Khan, on his death, left a collection of 1500 manuscripts.
  • The Govt. of India declared the Library an Institution of National Importance by an act of Parliament in 1969.
  • The Library is now fully funded by the Ministry of Culture (Govt. of India).
  • It is one of the National Libraries of India.
  • It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Culture and is governed by a board with the Government of Bihar as its ex officio chairman.
  • The library is also a designated Manuscript Conservation Centre (MCC) under the National Mission for Manuscripts.

Key Points

• Libraries are categorized on the Basis of the users they serve. Usually, Libraries are Classified a
  1. Public Libraries: Libraries that are meant for the General public and are maintained by the state govt are called public libraries
  2. Academic Libraries: Libraries that are associated with any educational institute are called academic libraries.
  3. Special Libraries: Libraries that serve a particular institution that has a specific role to play, and they will therefore tend to be one subject-oriented library.

Additional Information

• National Library:
  • A national library is a library specially established by the government of a country to serve as the pre-eminent repository of information for that country
  • Examples: The National Library of India, The Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, the British Library in London, and the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.The Russian State Library (formerly called Lenin Library) in Moscow is the National Library of Russia.
• The public library is also known as Circulating Library.
• ALA published a document `A National Plan for Public Library Services' in 1948.
• Dr.S R Ijari drafted the act Indian public library Legislation: A Model for 21st Century.

The correct answer is "Public Library Guidelines".

Additional Information 

• Indian Standard
  • ​It is the National Standards Body of India under the Department of Consumer affairs.
  • It was established in the year 1947 to improve the quality of goods produced in the country.
  • It is now known as the Bureau of Indian Standards.
  • It is headquartered in New Delhi. with regional offices in Chennai, and Mumbai.

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Indian Standards for Library Management

These standards relate to different practices and procedures that are involved in management of a library and information Centre.

The Correct answer is  August 29, 2023.

Key Points

• On August 29, 2023, the Zhejiang Library celebrated the official opening of its new facility, marking a significant milestone in the development of public libraries in Zhejiang province.
• Established in 1900, Zhejiang Library stands as one of China's oldest public libraries and serves as the provincial public library for Zhejiang.
• Alongside the recently inaugurated main library, Zhejiang Library boasts five additional branches: Shuguang Road Library, Daxue Road Library, Gushan Road Library, Jiaye Library, and Deqing Stackhouse.
• The recently constructed library is situated along the Qiantang River, the largest river in Zhejiang Province.
• The recently constructed building comprises a total of 11 floors, with 2 underground and 9 aboveground levels.
• The first floor, also known as the "Temple of Books," features a unique library hall surrounded by towering five-story bookshelves.
• On the fifth floor, visitors can explore the ancient books reading and exhibition area, including the treasures of the Zhejiang Library – Wenlan Pavilion Siku Quanshu.
• The opening of the new main library marks a significant development stage for Zhejiang Library, aiming to offer more convenient and efficient services to users within the province and attract local and international visitors.

The correct answer is (A) and (B) are correct:

Key Points

• Libraries are recorded under the Article 246 of the Indian Constitution, Seventh Schedule List II of State List No.12, and the Indian Constitution (Seventh Amendment) Act, 1956,​
• The provision of public library service is the responsibility of the State Government as the subject matter of libraries is relatable to entry 12 of the State List in the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India (Trehan;1986;7). 
• Delhi Public Library:
  • ​The Delhi Public Library (DPL) was established in 1951 by the Ministry of Education, Government of India with financial and technical assistance from UNESCO.
  • At present, As per the Seventh Schedule under Article 246, the Delhi Public Library is functioning under and financially funded by the administrative control of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
• ​Central Reference Library:
  • ​It was established in 1955 on the campus of the National Library of India as National Bibliographic and Documentation Centre.
  • At present, As per the Seventh Schedule under Article 246, the Central Reference Library is functioning under and financially funded by the administrative control of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.​

Additional Information

• Connemara Public Library Chennai:
  • ​The Foundation Stone for the Library was laid on 22nd March 1890 and was formally opened on 05-12-1896. 
  • The Library became the State-Central Library with effect from 1st April 1950 under the provisions of the Tamil Nadu Public Libraries Act, 1948. And from 10th September 1955, it became one of the Four Depositories for Indian Publications.
  • It functions under the Directorate of Public Libraries, School Education Department, Government of Tamil Nadu.
• Parliament Library, Delhi:
  • It was established in the year 1921 to assist members of the Indian Legislature. This is the largest library in Delhi and the second-largest library in India after the National Library.
  • It works under the Parliament of India.

Important Points Some important Libraries in India:

• National Library, Kolkata established in 1836 in the name of Calcutta Public Library. 
• Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Public Library, Patna was declared as Institution of National Importance by an
  act of Parliament in 1969. The Library is now fully funded by the Ministry of Culture (Govt. of India). 
• Rampur Raza Library, Rampur, founded by Nawab Faizullah Khan in 1774 AD was taken over on 1July 1975 under the Act of Parliament, which declared it as an Institution of National importance. 
• Thanjavur Maharaja Serfoji's Sarasvati Mahal Library,  In 1983, the Library was declared an Institution of National Importance.
• Harekrushna Mahtab State Library, Bhubaneswar was conceived during 1st Five Year Plan under the advice of the Government of India and was completed in 1959, In 1987, Government decided to rename the State
  Library as Harekrushna Mahtab State Library, in memory of Dr. Harekrushna Mahtab.