The Evolving Role of Libraries in Society: An Overview
This paper explores the evolving position of libraries within modern-day society, highlighting their transition from traditional repositories of books to dynamic, multifaceted network hubs.Libraries have adapted to the virtual age by integrating technology, increasing access to virtual sources, and promoting digital literacy.As social establishments, libraries assist lifelong learning, cultural upkeep, and civic engagement.They play a crucial function in education, facts dissemination, and social improvement, especially for underserved groups.The interdependence between libraries and society is emphasised, illustrating how each impacts and forms the other.Ultimately, contemporary libraries serve as important dealers of know-how, inclusion, and innovation in an increasingly complex and information-driven world..
Authors
- Somnath Mudda
- Anuradha Rajkumar Wadgave
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Research in Library Science
- Published
- 2025-09-18
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.11.3.2025.1955
- Primary Topic
- Library Science and Information Literacy
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00