Academic libraries in India: a present-day scenario

This paper discusses the role of academic libraries in the education system in India and the changes brought out with the impact of Information technology in academic libraries in India, with an emphasis on the role of the UGC and various networks. The need for resource sharing through consortia is highlighted, with the aim of enhancing resources for university libraries.

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UA Campus Repository (The University of Arizona)
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2026-04-11
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https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.31987098
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24
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Library Science and Information Literacy
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Academic libraries in India: a present-day scenario

Preeti Mahajan
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Academic libraries in India: a present-day scenario

Preeti Mahajan
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Abstract

This paper discusses the role of academic libraries in the education system in India and the changes brought out with the impact of Information technology in academic libraries in India, with an emphasis on the role of the UGC and various networks. The need for resource sharing through consortia is highlighted, with the aim of enhancing resources for university libraries.

UA Campus Repository (The University of Arizona)Vol. 8(1)
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