BLI011 Previous Year Papers

BLI011 Previous Year Papers

CERTIFICATE IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE (CLIS)

Term End Examination,
December, 2023
BLI-011 : LIBRARIES : AN INTRODUCTION
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50

1. A classified catalogue is a :

(1) Single alphabetical file of entries
(2) Random arrangement of entries
(3) Two-part catalogue of a library
(4) Three-part catalogue of a library
Answer: (3) Two-part catalogue of a library
Remark: Consists of a classified part (by class number) and an alphabetical part (by author/title).

2. The capacity to identify issues and develop & implement solutions is called :

(1) Intelligence
(2) Mentoring
(3) Knowledge
(4) Initiative
Answer: (4) Initiative
Remark: Initiative means acting independently to solve problems; intelligence alone doesn’t imply action.

3. Which of the following is not a primary function of a library?

(1) Collection Building
(2) Readers’ Services
(3) Selling Theses
(4) Stock Maintenance
Answer: (3) Selling Theses
Remark: Libraries provide access — they don’t sell materials.

4. The Sapru House (ICWA) Library has private papers of :

(1) Jai Prakash Narayan
(2) Jawaharlal Nehru
(3) Gopal Krishna Gokhale
(4) Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai Patel
Answer: (1) Jai Prakash Narayan
Remark: Listed in official IGNOU paper; collection

5. Shelf cards are used for :

(1) Stock checking
(2) Routine purpose
(3) Serving as OPAC
(4) Serving as Bibliography
Answer: (1) Stock checking
Remark: Shelf cards record holdings and aid physical verification.

6. According to Dr. S. R. Ranganathan, alien documents are :

(1) First category documents
(2) Second category documents
(3) Third category documents
(4) Fourth category documents
Answer: (3) Third category documents
Remark: Ranganathan classified documents into Umbra, Penumbra, and Alien (three groups).

7. Which of the following is not a negotiation term for library supply?

(1) Trade discount on printed price
(2) Not to replace defective copy of a title
(3) Payment method
(4) Price models for e-resources
Answer: (2) Not to replace defective copy of a title
Remark: Replacement of defective copies is a standard expectation, not a negotiable clause.

8. “Guide to Reference Books” is a :

(1) Trade Catalogue
(2) National Bibliography
(3) Reviewing Journal
(4) Directory
Answer: (2) National Bibliography
Remark: It’s a National Bibliography — not a review journal.

9. Photocopying services are known as :

(1) Bibliographic services
(2) Reprographic services
(3) Referral services
(4) User services
Answer: (2) Reprographic services
Remark: “Reprography” means document reproduction — photocopy, microfilm, etc.

10. Ability to speak before an audience (with/without tech) is called :

(1) Presentation skills
(2) Communication skills
(3) Personal skills
(4) Interpersonal skills
Answer: (1) Presentation skills
Remark: Specific form of communication focused on public delivery.

11. First step in library acquisition process is :

(1) Ascertain user needs
(2) Select suitable documents
(3) Accommodate new resources
(4) Negotiate discounts
Answer: (1) Ascertain user needs
Remark: Acquisition begins with understanding the community’s information needs.

12. Kardex was developed in India by :

(1) Godrej
(2) Remington
(3) Ketan
(4) Tata
Answer: (2) Remington
Remark: “Kardex” originally by Remington Rand (USA).

13. Not a factor in book-selection policy :

(1) Present/future library needs
(2) Quality & quantity of collection
(3) Readers’ needs
(4) Current budget & staffing
Answer: (1) Present/future library needs
Remark: Budget and staffing influence selection

14. “British Book News” is published from :

(1) Manchester
(2) London
(3) Liverpool
(4) Oxford
Answer: (2) London
Remark: Issued by the British Council, London.

15. Frequency of Indian National Bibliography since 2000 :

(1) Monthly
(2) Yearly
(3) Half-yearly
(4) Quarterly
Answer: (1) Monthly
Remark: Published monthly by National Library, Kolkata.

16. Not a general criterion for selecting print/e-formats :

(1) Authority of creator
(2) Scope of subject
(3) Reinforcing paperback books
(4) Arrangement of matter
Answer: (3) Reinforcing paperback books
Remark: Reinforcement is preservation, not selection.

17. Not a step in physical processing :

(1) Preparation for call numbers
(2) Preparation for circulation
(3) Reinforcing paperback books
(4) Forms of presentation
Answer: (4) Forms of presentation
Remark: na

18. Standard size of book card in libraries :

(1) 2″×2.5″ or 2.5″×4.5″
(2) 6″×4″
(3) 3″×2.5″ or 5″×3″
(4) 3″×5″
Answer: (1) 2″×2.5″ or 2.5″×4.5″
Remark: Internationally accepted standard card size.

19. Not associated with identifying a special library :

(1) Small collection
(2) Narrow subject area
(3) Only collection of books
(4) Publications of recent origin
Answer: (3) Only collection of books
Remark: Special libraries also keep reports, standards, research papers, etc.

20. Duties & responsibilities for work in an organisation is a function of :

(1) Leadership
(2) Organising
(3) Motivation
(4) Direction
Answer: (2) Organising
Remark: Organising defines roles, authority, and responsibility structure.

✅ TRUE / FALSE QUESTIONS (21–40)

21. Multitasking in libraries nowadays is the order of the day.

Answer: True
Remark: Modern librarians handle reference, circulation, IT, and user support — multitasking is essential.

22. Pamphlets are carriers for distributing and disseminating information.

Answer: True
Remark: Pamphlets are short, non-serial publications used for public awareness and communication.

23. Libraries are gateways to knowledge.

Answer: True
Remark: Classic library philosophy — they connect people with recorded knowledge.

24. Bibliographic services offer a variety of assistance to readers.

Answer: True
Remark: These services include indexes, abstracts, and reference lists to guide users to documents.

25. The public library collects and preserves all the publications of the country.

Answer: False
Remark: Preservation of all national publications is done by the National Library, not public libraries.

26. The technical processing section has two distinct functions: accessioning and physical processing.

Answer: True
Remark: Accessioning = recording new items; physical processing = labeling, stamping, classification.

27. Personal attributes are a summary of related job duties/obligations.

Answer: False
Remark: Attributes refer to personality traits (e.g., punctuality, empathy), not duties.

28. The First Law of Library Science is “Books are for use.”

Answer: True
Remark: Ranganathan’s First Law — libraries exist to make books accessible, not to store them.

29. Standing order means an order to supply a particular category of documents as and when published.

Answer: True
Remark: Common for serials, annual reports, or ongoing series — automatic supply agreement.

30. Libraries do not exist in a vacuum.

Answer: True
Remark: Libraries reflect and serve their social, cultural, and educational environments.

31. “Publishers’ blurbs” are sheets containing details of a title and scholarly opinions.

Answer: True
Remark: They summarize book content and include promotional or review notes.

32. Records serve as source materials for compiling the history of the library.

Answer: True
Remark: Administrative and historical records document library growth and policy changes.

33. The maintenance section is primarily concerned with upkeep and preservation of materials.

Answer: True
Remark: Includes dusting, repairing, binding, and proper shelving of books.

34. Public librarians may need more social and community-building skills.

Answer: True
Remark: They interact with diverse patrons and organize outreach programs.

35. There are three components of library maintenance activity: (a) Arrangement of resources, (b) Maintenance of shelf arrangement, (c) Charging and discharging of books.

Answer: Partly True
Remark: (a) & (b) fit maintenance; (c) is circulation — not usually counted under maintenance.

36. School libraries have a homogeneous group of users.

Answer: True
Remark: Mostly students and teachers — fairly uniform in age and needs compared to public libraries.

37. The open purchasing method is simple, time-saving and satisfying to the user community.

Answer: True
Remark: Direct purchasing (without tenders) can be quick but may lack control; still true in small setups.

38. Users of public libraries represent different cross-sections of society.

Answer: True
Remark: Public libraries serve all — children, adults, professionals, the elderly, etc.

39. Stock verification means checking the total collection at regular intervals.

Answer: True
Remark: Ensures accountability, detects losses, and maintains inventory accuracy.

40. The administration section maintains records for items written off.

Answer: True
Remark: Written-off records (lost/damaged items) are documented for audit and accountability.

✍️ FILL IN THE BLANKS (41–50)

41. Records are categorized according to lifespan, contents, and ________.

(1) Forms of files
(2) Forms of preservation
(3) Forms of presentation
(4) Forms of representation
Answer: (3) Forms of presentation
Remark: Classification based on how information is presented — textual, visual, etc.

42. ________ means that each employee should have only one boss.

(1) Delegation of Authority
(2) Unity of Command
(3) Unity of Direction
(4) Principle of Balance
Answer: (2) Unity of Command
Remark: Classic management principle — single reporting line avoids confusion.

43. ________ is removing unwanted materials from the library permanently.

(1) De-selection
(2) Relegation
(3) Discarding
(4) Update
Answer: (3) Discarding
Remark: Permanent withdrawal of outdated or damaged items.

44. Library ________ influence thoughts, patterns, and collective behavior.

(1) Ignorance
(2) Experience
(3) Orientation
(4) Training
Answer: (3) Orientation
Remark: Library orientation shapes users’ awareness and habits in using resources.

45. Library staff are broadly classified as professional, semi-professional, and ________.

(1) Non-professional
(2) Neo-professional
(3) Pre-professional
(4) New-professional
Answer: (1) Non-professional
Remark: Support staff like attendants or clerks fall under this category.

46. The ‘Three Cards’ system by Dr. S. R. Ranganathan includes registration card, check card, and ________ card.

(1) Author index
(2) Title index
(3) Classified index
(4) Publisher index
Answer: (3) Classified index
Remark: Ensures both author/title and class-based retrieval for circulation tracking.

47. Acquisition staff and ________ staff use the central database to order new materials.

(1) Reference section
(2) Circulation section
(3) Serials section
(4) Technical section
Answer: (3) Serials section
Remark: Both teams coordinate on journal and subscription orders.

48. The National Science Library of India is located at ________.

(1) Chennai
(2) Mumbai
(3) Kolkata
(4) New Delhi
Answer: (4) New Delhi
Remark: Located within NIScPR (earlier NISCAIR/INSDOC) — not Kolkata.

49. ________ refers to the gap between people who have access to information technology and those who do not.

(1) Decentralisation
(2) Digital divide
(3) Democratisation
(4) Dissemination
Answer: (2) Digital divide
Remark: Major challenge in the information society — unequal digital access.

50. A library with a collection on a particular subject is called a ________ library.

(1) School
(2) College
(3) University
(4) Special
Answer: (4) Special
Remark: Special libraries focus on one discipline — e.g., medical, legal, or scientific.

Term End Examination,
June, 2023
BLI-011 : LIBRARIES : AN INTRODUCTION
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50

Verified Answer Key with Concise Remarks

1. The term ‘Librametry’ was coined by:

(1) S. R. Ranganathan ✅
(2) W. C. Sayer
(3) C. A. Cutter
(4) M. Dewey
Remark: Ranganathan introduced Librametry (library + metry = measurement) in 1948 — the origin of bibliometrics in India.

2. What was the name of the National Library of India before Independence?

(1) Imperial Library ✅
(2) Calcutta Public Library
(3) Asiatic Society Library
(4) British Council Library
Remark: Formed in 1903 by merging Calcutta Public Library and Imperial Secretariat Library.

3. In a college library, which material would you not expect to find?

(1) Audio-Visual aids
(2) Maps
(3) Magazines
(4) Patents ✅
Remark: Patents are mainly found in special or research libraries, not in general academic ones.

4. Where is the National Science Library, India located?

(1) Delhi ✅
(2) Chennai
(3) Kolkata
(4) Punjab
Remark: Located in New Delhi at NIScPR (earlier INSDOC/NISCAIR).

5. IFCA stands for:

(1) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions ✅
(2) Internal Federation of Library Associations and Institute
(3) International Federation of Library Access Institutions
(4) Information Federation of Library Asiatic and Institution
Remark: Correct acronym is actually IFLA, headquartered in The Hague — “IFCA” appears to be a misprint, but answer (1) is intended.

6. Who is the author of Five Laws of Library Science?

(1) Derek Austin
(2) S. R. Ranganathan ✅
(3) B. C. Vickery
(4) Sardar Patel
Remark: Published in 1931; cornerstone of modern librarianship.

7. ‘Central Secretariat Library’ is an example of:

(1) Government Library ✅
(2) National Library
(3) Academic Library
(4) Special Library
Remark: Serves ministries and government departments; established 1891.

8. INB stands for:

(1) International Normative Books
(2) Indian National Biography
(3) Indian National Bibliography ✅
(4) Indian Non-book Material
Remark: Compiled by National Library, Kolkata; monthly since 2000.

9. ISSN consists of how many digits?

(1) 8 ✅
(2) 11
(3) 12
(4) 13
Remark: Eight-digit number identifying serials; ISBN = 13 digits for books.

10. Which Law of Library Science relates to library growth?

(1) Second
(2) First
(3) Third
(4) Fifth ✅
Remark: “Library is a growing organism.” — Fifth Law.

11. The book card contains:

(1) Call number
(2) Author & Title
(3) Accession number
(4) All of these ✅
Remark: Holds full bibliographic and control details for circulation.

12. Which info is not on a reader’s ticket?

(1) User name
(2) Accession number ✅
(3) User ID number
(4) Librarian’s signature
Remark: Accession numbers are for books, not users.

13. Main function of technical section:

(1) Ordering books
(2) Charging / discharging books
(3) Classification & cataloguing books ✅
(4) Stock verification
Remark: Technical section handles document processing and organization.

14. Parliament Library, India was established in:

(1) 1950
(2) 1925
(3) 1947
(4) 1921 ✅
Remark: Began in 1921; supports both Houses of Parliament.

15. Standard size of due-date slip:

(1) 6 × 4 inch
(2) 3 × 2 inch ✅
(3) 8 × 9 inch
(4) 7 × 8 inch
Remark: Compact slip pasted in books to record return date.

16. Section maintaining manpower records:

(1) Periodical section
(2) Technical section
(3) Maintenance section
(4) Administration section ✅
Remark: HR records, payroll, leave, and staff files are kept in administration.

17. Which is not a function of shelf rectification?

(1) Collection of books and magazines ✅
(2) Maintaining correct order
(3) Identifying items for repair/binding
(4) Replacing missing stationery like due slips
Remark: Shelf rectification deals with arrangement, not collection building.

18. Which is not a secondary source of information?

(1) Abstracting periodical
(2) Patent ✅
(3) India: A Reference Annual
(4) Handbook of Libraries
Remark: Patents are primary sources containing original work.

19. Who introduced Open Access concept in India?

(1) B. S. Kesavan
(2) H. E. Bills
(3) P. N. Kaula
(4) S. R. Ranganathan ✅
Remark: Ranganathan pioneered open-shelf system for easy access.

20. Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library is an example of:

(1) Business Library
(2) Special Library ✅
(3) Academic Library
(4) Public Library
Remark: Houses rare manuscripts — a classic oriental special library.

21. Saraswati Mahal Library, Tanjore is an example of:

(1) Public Library
(2) Academic Library
(3) Special Library ✅
(4) Law Library
Remark: Ancient royal manuscript collection — subject-specific.

22. Planning, organising, staffing, directing, coordinating, reporting & budgeting are … of management.

(1) Principles
(2) Elements ✅
(3) Subsections
(4) Structures
Remark: Known as the POSDCORB elements by Luther Gulick.

23. Section providing Inter-Library Loan service:

(1) Reference ✅
(2) Acquisition
(3) Technical
(4) Circulation
Remark: The reference section arranges loans or copies from other libraries.

24. Standing Committee of Library is under category of:

(1) Ad hoc Committee
(2) Book Selection Committee
(3) Statutory Committee ✅
(4) Staff Requirement Committee
Remark: Permanent body formed as per library rules/statutes.

25. According to K. N. Raj Committee, 20% of university budget should go to the library.

Answer: True ✅
Remark: The committee (1965) emphasized adequate financial support to libraries.

26. Library is a cultural institution shaped by society.

Answer: True ✅
Remark: Libraries evolve with social and cultural needs.

27. Rajasthan State has passed Public Library Act.

Answer: True ✅
Remark: Enacted in 2006 — one of several Indian states with such an act.

28. ‘Nehru Memorial Museum and Library’ is located at:

(1) Chennai
(2) Patna
(3) Pune
(4) Delhi ✅
Remark: Situated at Teen Murti Bhavan, New Delhi.

29. Which is not a primary source of information?

(1) Thesis
(2) Patent
(3) Indexing and Abstracting periodical ✅
(4) Periodical article
Remark: Indexing/abstracting tools are secondary sources.

30. “Information society is a stage toward a world brain.” — Who said this?

(1) Daniel Bell
(2) Manfred Kochen ✅
(3) Alvin Toffler
(4) John Naisbitt
Remark: Kochen’s concept connected information networks to human knowledge evolution.

31. _____ provide informal self-education.

(1) College libraries
(2) Public libraries ✅
(3) School libraries
(4) Special libraries
Remark: Public libraries support lifelong, informal learning.

32. IPR stands for:

(1) Instructional Property Rights
(2) International Property Rights
(3) Indian Property Rights
(4) Intellectual Property Rights ✅
Remark: Refers to copyrights, patents, and related rights.

33. IATLIS is an association of … in India.

(1) Trade libraries
(2) Technical libraries
(3) Teachers of Library & Information Science ✅
(4) Special libraries
Remark: Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science.

34. Which Law guides us to provide timely service?

(1) First
(2) Second
(3) Fourth ✅
(4) Fifth
Remark: Fourth Law — “Save the time of the reader.”

35. Library of Engineers India Ltd belongs to:

(1) National Library
(2) Special Library ✅
(3) College Library
(4) Public Library
Remark: Industry-specific collection — hence “special” type.

36. First Public Library Act in India was passed in:

(1) Delhi
(2) Bombay ✅
(3) Madras
(4) Maharashtra
Remark: Bombay Public Libraries Act, 1939 — India’s first.

37. Delhi Public Library was set up as a pilot project of:

(1) UNESCO ✅
(2) UNICEF
(3) UGC
(4) RRRLF
Remark: Established 1951 with UNESCO and Govt. of India collaboration.

38. A library is an interface between the users and books.

Answer: True ✅
Remark: The library mediates access, interpretation, and organization of resources.

39. Digital divide refers to the gap between people with IT knowledge and those without.

Answer: True ✅
Remark: Common term for unequal access to technology and digital literacy.

40. A referral centre indicates sources where information may be obtained.

Answer: True ✅
Remark: Referral services point users to experts, institutions, or documents — they don’t supply the info directly.

41. Who proposed different models of a library?

(1) S. R. Ranganathan
(2) Peter Brophy ✅
(3) Lester Asheim
(4) P. N. Kaula
Remark: Brophy developed several conceptual models for modern libraries.

42. INDEST (Indian National Digital Library of Engineering, Science and Technology) is an example of:

(1) Engineering Libraries Association
(2) Library Association
(3) Library Consortia ✅
(4) Library
Remark: Funded by MHRD; consortium model for e-resources sharing among technical institutions.

43. Which is not a characteristic of a National Library?

(1) Established by government
(2) Provides current awareness service to research libraries ✅
(3) Produces a national bibliography
(4) Conducts library research & development
Remark: CAS is a service role; national libraries focus on collection, preservation, bibliography.

44. Headquarters of IFLA is located at:

(1) U.K.
(2) U.S.A.
(3) The Hague ✅
(4) Canada
Remark: International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) HQ in The Hague, Netherlands.

45. ALA (American Library Association) was founded in:

(1) 1876 ✅
(2) 1886
(3) 1896
(4) 1866
Remark: World’s oldest professional library association, established 1876 in Philadelphia.

46. Which is not a characteristic of a digital library?

(1) Provides digital content access
(2) Network is not accessible ✅
(3) Has user-friendly interface
(4) Continuously growing collection
Remark: Digital libraries depend on networks — option (2) contradicts definition.

47. OCLC stands for:

(1) Online Computer Library Centre ✅
(2) Offline Computer Library Centre
(3) Online Connected Library Centre
(4) Online Central Library Centre
Remark: Global cooperative providing cataloguing and database services.

48. National Library of the U.S. is called:

(1) U.S. National Library
(2) Library of Congress ✅
(3) National Library of U.S.
(4) American National Library
Remark: Established 1800; functions as national & research library of U.S. Congress.

49. S. R. Ranganathan is the Father of Library Science in India.

Answer: True ✅
Remark: His Five Laws, Colon Classification, and Library Movement revolutionized Indian librarianship.

50. Which service is not provided by libraries?

(1) Research services
(2) Retrieval services
(3) Reference services
(4) Telecasting services ✅
Remark: Telecasting is a media function, not a library service.

Term-End Examination
June, 2021
BLI-011 : LIBRARIES : AN INTRODUCTION
Time : 2 hours Maximum Marks : 50

The purpose of forming societies is to provide __________ to people.
(1) Protection
(2) Continuity
(3) Security and identity
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Societies offer social protection, continuity of culture, and group identity.

The factors that were instrumental in bringing about the transition of the traditional society into modern society are:
(1) Changes in lifestyles
(2) Increasing awareness and competition
(3) Changes in human values and economic freedom
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Social, economic and cultural shifts together drive modernization.

Accession record means:
(1) A record of documents available in a library
(2) A record of only newspaper clippings
(3) A record of the tables and chairs
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) A record of documents available in a library
Remark: Accession records log items as they join the collection.

Library is one of the most effective means of making information available to:
(1) Society as a whole
(2) Farmers
(3) Government employees
(4) Underprivileged people
Answer: (1) Society as a whole
Remark: Libraries serve the whole community across demographics.

Which of the following is not a function of libraries?
(1) Strengthening academic and research performance
(2) Bridging links between information sources and users
(3) Bridging the digital divide
(4) Profit-making
Answer: (4) Profit-making
Remark: Libraries are service institutions, not commercial enterprises.

Industrial Society made permanent impact on:
(1) Means of production
(2) Cities we live in today
(3) Use of technology
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Industrialization reshaped production, urbanization, and tech use.

Library is a growing organism means that:
(1) Library must keep upgrading its building size
(2) Library is a dynamic institution that is never static
(3) Library should increase its membership
(4) All of the above
Answer: (2) Library is a dynamic institution that is never static
Remark: Libraries evolve in collections, services, and functions.

In a Knowledge Society:
(1) Knowledge is a primary good
(2) Capital is the main focus
(3) Labour is given the priority
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) Knowledge is a primary good
Remark: Knowledge is central to economic and social value creation.

Which of the following is not associated with library activities?
(1) User education
(2) Archiving information
(3) Providing formal degrees
(4) Classification
Answer: (3) Providing formal degrees
Remark: Libraries support learning but don’t grant academic degrees.

One very crucial role of a Library Manager is:
(1) Bridging links between information sources and users
(2) Educating the user about LIS education
(3) Bridging the new users with old users
(4) All of the above
Answer: (1) Bridging links between information sources and users
Remark: Managers ensure users find and use relevant resources.

The term ‘Save the time of the user’ means:
(1) Library is not a place for wasting time
(2) Provide access to the library resources
(3) The user must always be watchful of his time
(4) All the library materials must be digitized
Answer: (2) Provide access to the library resources
Remark: The law emphasizes efficient access and services for users.

Who is the Father of Library Science in India?
(1) S.R. Rangnathan
(2) Mahatma Gandhi
(3) Jawaharlal Nehru
(4) Sardar Patel
Answer: (1) S.R. Ranganathan
Remark: Ranganathan shaped Indian librarianship through laws and classification.

Library must build its collection of books and other resources according to the need of:
(1) Library employees
(2) Users
(3) Library professionals
(4) All of the above
Answer: (2) Users
Remark: Collection development is user-centered.

Libraries today play several different societal roles like:
(1) Building communities’ access to learning resources
(2) Information literacy
(3) Computer literacy and tutorial services
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Modern libraries are hubs for learning, digital skills, and community support.

The duties of non-professional employees are:
(1) Classification and cataloging
(2) Cleaning and shelving books, routine reading of the shelves
(3) Acquiring books
(4) Taking control of the reference section
Answer: (2) Cleaning and shelving books, routine reading of the shelves
Remark: Non-professional staff handle support tasks and routine operations.

Library records can be categorised according to:
(1) Their life span
(2) Content
(3) Form of presentation of information
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Records classification uses multiple criteria including lifespan and format.

Government libraries have a responsibility to collect all:
(1) Government publications of their respective ministries and departments
(2) Newspaper clippings
(3) Textbooks
(4) Non-official documents
Answer: (1) Government publications of their respective ministries and departments
Remark: They serve as official repositories for departmental outputs.

Shelf rectification refers to overseeing of:
(1) Proper maintenance of shelves
(2) Users records
(3) Internet connectivity in library
(4) All of the above
Answer: (1) Proper maintenance of shelves
Remark: Shelf rectification restores correct order and identifies missing items.

Which one of the following is the main objective of the Indian Library Association (ILA)?
(1) Distributing funds
(2) Making library rules for universities
(3) Promoting library movements in the country
(4) Building relationships with librarians
Answer: (3) Promoting library movements in the country
Remark: ILA promotes library development, standards and professional activities.

One of the essential functions of library networks is:
(1) Promoting resource sharing
(2) Organising conferences
(3) Functioning as a research organization
(4) Sharing only theses and dissertations
Answer: (1) Promoting resource sharing
Remark: Networks enable inter-library cooperation and shared access.

The purpose of departmentalisation is to:
(1) Ensure optimal efficiency and effective use of organizational resources
(2) Ensure visibility of the institution
(3) Ensure getting funding and support
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) Ensure optimal efficiency and effective use of organizational resources
Remark: Departmentalisation groups related tasks for efficiency and clarity.

Acquisition is generally done by:
(1) Purchase
(2) Exchange
(3) Gifts
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Libraries acquire materials through multiple channels.

The main purpose of a museum is:
(1) To encourage education and research
(2) To make money
(3) To organize sports activities
(4) To just display old things
Answer: (1) To encourage education and research
Remark: Museums preserve artefacts and support learning and scholarship.

Which of the following is NOT a main function of a library?
(1) Providing information to users
(2) Assisting in study and research
(3) Organizing recreational games
(4) Collection and preservation of knowledge
Answer: (3) Organizing recreational games
Remark: Libraries support study and research, not event entertainment as core function.

‘Information services’ in a library means:
(1) Just keeping books
(2) Providing users with accurate information and resources
(3) Cleaning and maintenance
(4) Building the library
Answer: (2) Providing users with accurate information and resources
Remark: Services include reference, referral, and information delivery.

Who is considered the father of library science in India?
(1) Ranganathan
(2) S.R. Ranganathan
(3) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
(4) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: (2) S.R. Ranganathan
Remark: Same as Q12 — Ranganathan’s contributions are foundational.

The Five Laws of Library Science were proposed by:
(1) Melvil Dewey
(2) S.R. Ranganathan
(3) John Dewey
(4) P.N. Das
Answer: (2) S.R. Ranganathan
Remark: The five concise laws guide library service and policy.

Which of the following is an example of a digital library?
(1) British Library
(2) Project Gutenberg
(3) Library of Congress
(4) Any public library
Answer: (2) Project Gutenberg
Remark: Project Gutenberg provides free digitized texts online.

Cataloging in a library is done to:
(1) Arrange books randomly
(2) Provide systematic access to resources
(3) Repair damaged books
(4) Decorate the library
Answer: (2) Provide systematic access to resources
Remark: Cataloguing creates searchable descriptions for retrieval.

The term “OPAC” in library science stands for:
(1) Online Public Access Catalog
(2) Open Public Academic Collection
(3) Online Private Access Catalog
(4) Organized Public Academic Center
Answer: (1) Online Public Access Catalog
Remark: OPAC is the library’s searchable online catalogue.

Which of the following is a primary source of information?
(1) Encyclopedia
(2) Research article reporting original work
(3) Textbook
(4) Newspaper summary
Answer: (2) Research article reporting original work
Remark: Primary sources present original research or data.

The Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system is mainly used for:
(1) Cataloging books
(2) Book lending
(3) Library administration
(4) Digital archiving
Answer: (1) Cataloging books
Remark: DDC organizes knowledge into a numeric classification scheme.

Which of the following is NOT part of Ranganathan’s Five Laws of Library Science?
(1) Books are for use
(2) Every reader their book
(3) Save the library at all costs
(4) Save time of the reader
Answer: (3) Save the library at all costs
Remark: The Laws emphasize users’ needs; not preservation for its own sake.

Bibliography is:
(1) A list of books or articles on a subject
(2) Writing a new book
(3) Classifying books in the library
(4) Indexing journals
Answer: (1) A list of books or articles on a subject
Remark: Bibliographies guide users to sources on a topic.

Which of these is an example of secondary information?
(1) Original research paper
(2) Review article
(3) Patent document
(4) Autobiography
Answer: (2) Review article
Remark: Review articles synthesize primary research — a secondary source.

Indexing in a library is done to:
(1) Repair old books
(2) Give easy access to information
(3) Decorate the library
(4) Write new books
Answer: (2) Give easy access to information
Remark: Indexes point to where information can be found.

The purpose of a reference service in a library is:
(1) To lend books for home use
(2) To assist users in finding information quickly
(3) To catalog books
(4) To preserve old manuscripts
Answer: (2) To assist users in finding information quickly
Remark: Reference staff provide guidance, search strategies, and referrals.

Which of the following is a feature of a digital library?
(1) Books are only in print
(2) Resources are accessible online
(3) No cataloging system
(4) No search facility
Answer: (2) Resources are accessible online
Remark: Digital libraries provide networked access to digitized content.

Abstracting service in a library provides:
(1) Full-text of books
(2) A summary of articles or documents
(3) Catalog numbers
(4) Classification of books
Answer: (2) A summary of articles or documents
Remark: Abstracts condense key points for quick appraisal.

Preservation in a library means:
(1) Lending books
(2) Maintaining and protecting resources for long-term use
(3) Writing new books
(4) Replacing old books
Answer: (2) Maintaining and protecting resources for long-term use
Remark: Preservation includes conservation, climatic control, and digitization.

Which one of the following is considered a tertiary source?
(1) Research journal
(2) Bibliography or index
(3) Original dataset
(4) Memoir
Answer: (2) Bibliography or index
Remark: Tertiary sources compile and organize secondary and primary sources.

Who developed the Colon Classification system?
(1) S.R. Ranganathan
(2) Melvil Dewey
(3) Paul Otlet
(4) Cutter
Answer: (1) S.R. Ranganathan
Remark: Colon Classification uses facet analysis — Ranganathan’s major contribution.

Which of the following is an advantage of digital libraries?
(1) Limited access
(2) Easy remote access
(3) High cost of physical storage
(4) Difficult search
Answer: (2) Easy remote access
Remark: Digital collections are accessible anywhere with a network connection.

The main function of an academic library is to:
(1) Entertain visitors
(2) Support teaching, learning, and research
(3) Host community events
(4) Sell books
Answer: (2) Support teaching, learning, and research
Remark: Academic libraries align services and collections with curricula and research.

What is a serial in library terms?
(1) A book with multiple volumes
(2) A publication issued periodically
(3) A single magazine issue
(4) A catalog entry
Answer: (2) A publication issued periodically
Remark: Serials include journals, magazines, annuals and continuing resources.

The function of inter-library loan (ILL) is to:
(1) Share resources between libraries
(2) Catalog books
(3) Repair damaged books
(4) Issue fines
Answer: (1) Share resources between libraries
Remark: ILL expands user access beyond a single library’s holdings.

The primary purpose of a classification system is to:
(1) Arrange books alphabetically
(2) Organize library resources systematically
(3) Track library staff
(4) Store books randomly
Answer: (2) Organize library resources systematically
Remark: Classification groups similar topics to aid browsing and retrieval.

Which of the following is an example of grey literature?
(1) Thesis or dissertation
(2) Newspaper article
(3) Encyclopedia entry
(4) Research journal
Answer: (1) Thesis or dissertation
Remark: Grey literature is produced outside commercial publishing channels.

Union catalog of libraries provides:
(1) A combined list of books held by multiple libraries
(2) A list of digital resources only
(3) Information about library staff
(4) Access to one library only
Answer: (1) A combined list of books held by multiple libraries
Remark: Union catalogs support resource sharing and inter-library services.

The term “e-resources” refers to:
(1) Books only
(2) Digital resources like e-books, e-journals, and databases
(3) Newspapers only
(4) Printed journals only
Answer: (2) Digital resources like e-books, e-journals, and databases
Remark: E-resources are any electronic formats of information resources.

Term End Examination,
December, 2020
BLI-011 : LIBRARIES : AN INTRODUCTION
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50

Libraries have a role in building and strengthening social relationships within society by:
(1) Providing community space
(2) Opportunities for organizing academic events
(3) Holding cultural events
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Libraries act as community hubs — physical space, events, and programmes all build social ties.

Which of the following best refers to the modern society?
(1) Post-Industrial Society
(2) Information Society
(3) Knowledge Society
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Modern societies may be described by several overlapping models — post-industrial, information, knowledge.

Communities need libraries:
(1) To create awareness among underprivileged sections of society
(2) To showcase the library building
(3) To deposit books and resources only for conservation
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) To create awareness among underprivileged sections of society
Remark: Outreach and inclusion are core public-library responsibilities.

For providing library science, a library is broadly organized into:
(1) User services
(2) Technical services
(3) Library administration
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Operational structure typically includes admin, tech processing, and user-facing services.

Which of the following is NOT a role of libraries?
(1) Learning resources kept systematically
(2) Easy access and discrimination of information and knowledge
(3) Free distribution of books as gifts
(4) Preservation of books and service to society
Answer: (3) Free distribution of books as gifts
Remark: Libraries provide access and preservation, not free giveaway as their core role.

Every interaction that a librarian has with a user is:
(1) An opportunity to develop a relationship with a new user
(2) An opportunity to take advantage
(3) An opportunity to tell users how librarians do their jobs
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) An opportunity to develop a relationship with a new user
Remark: User interactions build trust, promote services, and encourage repeat use.

Being repositories of knowledge, we need libraries to:
(1) Preserve written records of our civilization for posterity
(2) Systematically arrange resources
(3) Encourage users to utilize resources
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Preservation, organization, and user engagement are complementary responsibilities.

Public libraries are the only institutions that provide:
(1) Free access to reading resources
(2) Access only for college students
(3) Free space for relaxation
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) Free access to reading resources
Remark: Public libraries offer free, open access to materials for all citizens.

The purpose of libraries in modern societies is to support:
(1) Institutions of education
(2) Policy and decision-making bodies
(3) Industry and community members for awareness
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Libraries support education, policy research, industry information needs, and community awareness.

One of the most important roles of libraries in social and cultural settings:
(1) Digitization and application of web technology
(2) Introduction of cataloging and classification
(3) Democratization of information and knowledge in society
(4) None of the above
Answer: (3) Democratization of information and knowledge in society
Remark: Ensuring equitable access to information is central to library mission.

Which of the following is NOT a type of library?
(1) Academic Library
(2) Public Library
(3) Universal Library
(4) National Library
Answer: (3) Universal Library
Remark: “Universal library” is a conceptual ideal, not a standard institutional type.

Academic libraries are those that:
(1) Build communities at large for access to learning resources
(2) Serve students, researchers, and teaching community
(3) Serve the most deprived community
(4) Serve government officials
Answer: (2) Serve students, researchers, and teaching community
Remark: Academic libraries align collections and services with teaching and research needs.

Hybrid library:
(1) Classifies and catalogs resources for access in library only
(2) Includes only electronic resources
(3) Has only audio-visual material
(4) Provides access to electronic and print resources
Answer: (4) Provides access to electronic and print resources
Remark: Hybrid = combination of print and digital collections and services.

One of the main roles of an information provider is to:
(1) Provide access to relevant information materials for research, teaching, etc.
(2) Introduce users to library rules
(3) Build contacts
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) Provide access to relevant information materials for research, teaching, etc.
Remark: Core role: connect users to the right information at the right time.

Professional libraries have begun to emerge as:
(1) Technology application leaders
(2) Leading the change from physical to e-access
(3) Educator, guide, and provider of information literacy
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Professional/specialized libraries often lead in tech adoption and training.

Book cards are key components of:
(1) Manual circulation systems to identify who has borrowed the books
(2) Circulation system to classify users
(3) Serials control in the library
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) Manual circulation systems to identify who has borrowed the books
Remark: Book cards record borrower and due-date in manual systems.

Book cards contain:
(1) Call Number
(2) Author and Title
(3) Accession Number
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Card holds key bibliographic and control data for circulation.

A book pocket is required to:
(1) Keep a book card while the book is in the library
(2) Help users know the title
(3) Function as an identity of the user
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) Keep a book card while the book is in the library
Remark: Pocket holds the book card when item is on loan or in circulation.

Materials required for physical processing in libraries are:
(1) Cellophane paper
(2) Library label
(3) Library property stamp, inkpad
(4) All of the above
Answer: (4) All of the above
Remark: Physical processing uses these items for protection, identification, and marking.

Library acquisition section is responsible for:
(1) Building up library collection
(2) Building networks
(3) Building members
(4) Building only rare collections
Answer: (1) Building up library collection
Remark: Acquisition acquires books, journals, e-resources, and other materials.

The main function of circulation section is:
(1) Charging and discharging of books
(2) Putting stamps on books
(3) Preserving books in the library
(4) Ordering books
Answer: (1) Charging and discharging of books
Remark: Circulation handles lending transactions and borrower records.

Maintenance section looks after:
(1) Manpower in the library
(2) Maintenance of library materials in good condition
(3) Receiving users in the library
(4) Checking users’ records in the library
Answer: (2) Maintenance of library materials in good condition
Remark: Includes binding, repair, cleaning, and shelf upkeep.

Shelving means:
(1) Putting back materials in their designated place on the shelf
(2) Putting records in registers
(3) Arranging chairs and tables
(4) None of the above
Answer: (1) Putting back materials in their designated place on the shelf
Remark: Proper shelving ensures items are retrievable and in order.

Weeding means:
(1) Removing selectively ‘not required’ books and documents from primary collection area
(2) Piling up similar books
(3) Adding more similar collections
(4) All of the above
Answer: (1) Removing selectively ‘not required’ books and documents from primary collection area
Remark: Weeding (de-selection) maintains currency and usefulness of collection.

Libraries need …………… as much as societies need libraries.
(1) Societies
(2) Profit
(3) Books
(4) Knowledge
Answer: (1) Societies
Remark: Libraries and societies are interdependent institutions.

Libraries are service-oriented …………… .
(1) Instructions
(2) Gateway
(3) Society
(4) Heritage
Answer: (2) Gateway
Remark: Libraries act as gateways to information and knowledge.

Libraries are an integral part of the growth and development of …………… .
(1) Webinar
(2) Society
(3) Web Technology
(4) Economic Property
Answer: (2) Society
Remark: Libraries support social, educational, and cultural development.

Libraries are institutions that manage books and information resources without …………… .
(1) Publicity
(2) Commercial interest
(3) Funds
(4) Staff
Answer: (2) Commercial interest
Remark: Libraries typically operate as non-profit public or institutional services.

A library which comprises collection of ‘born digital’ electronic resources is called …………… .
(1) Public library
(2) Electronic library
(3) Hybrid library
(4) Special library
Answer: (2) Electronic library
Remark: Electronic libraries focus on digital-only collections.

All academic libraries should serve the students and teachers who are directly connected with …………… .
(1) Learning and teaching
(2) Mass media
(3) New dimension
(4) Economic development
Answer: (1) Learning and teaching
Remark: Academic libraries support institutional curricula and pedagogy.

Technical processing constitutes classification and cataloging of all library …………… .
(1) Documents
(2) Users
(3) Manpower
(4) Computers
Answer: (1) Documents
Remark: Technical processing prepares documents for access and retrieval.

Systematic shelving of books is …………… for browsing in open-access libraries.
(1) Essential
(2) Heartwarming
(3) Interesting
(4) Not useful
Answer: (1) Essential
Remark: Orderly shelving enables browsing and efficient retrieval.

Technical processing is meant for …………… the collection systematically for use.
(1) Organizing
(2) Stamping
(3) Printing
(4) Weeding
Answer: (1) Organizing
Remark: It organizes materials via classification, cataloguing and physical processing.

Indian National Digital Library of Engineering Science and Technology (INDEST) was a …………… set up by the Ministry of Human Resource Development in India.
(1) Training centre
(2) Consortium
(3) Art gallery
(4) None of the above
Answer: (2) Consortium
Remark: INDEST is a consortium for shared electronic resource access for technical institutions.

Teamwork is the ability to seek, give, and accept constructive feedback from …………… .
(1) Social media
(2) Co-workers
(3) Users
(4) Dictionary
Answer: (2) Co-workers
Remark: Teamwork relies on peer collaboration and feedback.

Stock verification helps in …………… books which are missing in the collection.
(1) Identifying
(2) Promoting
(3) Advising
(4) Repackaging
Answer: (1) Identifying
Remark: Regular stock checks locate missing or mis-shelved items.

According to UNESCO, public libraries are …………… to knowledge.
(1) Hallmarks
(2) Security
(3) Local gateways
(4) Digital rise
Answer: (3) Local gateways
Remark: Public libraries connect communities to information and learning.

National libraries are libraries that collect and preserve all publications in the …………… .
(1) Country
(2) World
(3) Village
(4) District
Answer: (1) Country
Remark: National libraries act as legal deposit and preservation repositories for national output.

Public libraries are libraries to be used …………… by all people.
(1) On membership
(2) On payment
(3) For free
(4) On credit
Answer: (3) For free
Remark: Public libraries provide free access to information, often on a membership basis without per-item charges.

True / False

Bibliographic services may be anticipatory or responsive.
Answer: True
Remark: Bibliographic services include proactive dissemination (current awareness) and on-demand searches.

Agricultural society made it possible to meet the basic food needs of a large percentage of population.
Answer: True
Remark: Agricultural societies enabled settled food production and population growth.

Libraries as social institutions are an integral part of society.
Answer: True
Remark: Libraries reflect and serve societal needs and values.

As societies advance and modernize, user expectations from libraries also change.
Answer: True
Remark: Technological and social change shifts user needs and service models.

Society without a library has no significance and libraries without society have no origin.
Answer: True
Remark: Libraries and society are mutually dependent — one shapes the other.

Library is an organization which is not based on users.
Answer: False
Remark: Libraries are user-centered institutions; services are tailored to user needs.

Most libraries label their materials with some permanent identification that has the name of the library and its address.
Answer: True
Remark: Property markings deter theft and help in recovery of lost items.

Research libraries should support all the researchers working on subject fields while they conduct research.
Answer: True
Remark: Research libraries provide specialized collections and reference support for scholars.

Reference services do not offer a variety of assistance to readers.
Answer: False
Remark: Reference services provide diverse assistance — search strategies, referrals, bibliographies.

Term End Examination,
June; 2020
BLI-011 : LIBRARIES : AN INTRODUCTION
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50

1. A society, or human society refers to:
   (1) People living together in a community
   (2) People sharing common interests
   (3) People having distinctive customs and institutions
   (4) All of the above ✅
   Remark: Society covers community, shared interests, and common customs/institutions.
2. The revolutions that impacted the society are:
   (1) Agricultural revolution
   (2) Industrial revolution
   (3) ICT and knowledge revolution
   (4) All of the above ✅
   Remark: Social change is driven by successive technological and economic revolutions.
3. What functions do libraries perform?
   (1) Collect, stock, process and organise documents in all forms, provide service ✅
   (2) Store, preserve and keep them and allow only select people to see it
   (3) Catalogue and classify and keep them locked
   (4) None of the above
   Remark: Libraries collect, process, organize and provide access to resources.
4. To make a library vibrant, services must be:
   (1) Books oriented
   (2) Technology oriented
   (3) Preservation oriented
   (4) User oriented ✅
   Remark: User-centered services drive relevance and usage.
5. Which is not a purpose of the library in modern societies?
   (1) Provide information support to education and learning
   (2) Provide information to policy and decision-making bodies
   (3) Provide information to community for awareness
   (4) Provide information only on ICT ✅
   Remark: Libraries support broad information needs, not limited to one subject.
6. Role of libraries in higher education:
   (1) Supporting education
   (2) Support in teaching research
   (3) Support in training in the society
   (4) All of the above ✅
   Remark: Academic libraries support teaching, learning, research and training.
7. First law of library science:
   (1) Library is a growing organism
   (2) Books are for use ✅
   (3) Every book its reader
   (4) Save the time of the reader
   Remark: Ranganathan’s First Law prioritizes use and access.
8. Second law of library science means:
   (1) Librarians must talk to users always
   (2) All readers must get whatever is demanded
   (3) Acquire wide range of literature to fit various needs ✅
   (4) Do membership drives
   Remark: “Every reader his/her book” implies collection breadth to meet diverse needs.
9. Law of Library Science related to growth of libraries:
   (1) Fourth law
   (2) First law ✅
   (3) Second law
   (4) Fifth law
   Remark: “Libraries are growing organisms” is derived from the First Law’s spirit.
10. Not a basic function of Library:
    (1) Collection of books and magazines
    (2) Index them properly
    (3) Issue them when needed
    (4) Strictly for preservation only ✅
    Remark: Preservation is important but libraries are active service institutions, not mere archives.
11. Ranganathan’s five laws are:
    (1) Best rules in the world
    (2) Foundation of LIS philosophy ✅
    (3) Not relevant in 21st century
    (4) Best for classification and cataloguing
    Remark: His laws form the philosophical base of modern library practice.
12. IAC stands for:
    (1) Indian Academic Council
    (2) Information Analysis Centre ✅
    (3) International Analysis Centre
    (4) None of these
    Remark: IAC refers to an organizational unit for information analysis.
13. One of the best features of library is:
    (1) Large collection
    (2) Free access to resources ✅
    (3) Diverse users
    (4) Expensive books
    Remark: Free access is central to public library value.
14. Information society gave tools that impact:
    (1) Production of information
    (2) e-Governance, e-Commerce
    (3) e-Business, e-Learning
    (4) All of the above ✅
    Remark: ICT affects production, delivery and use of information across sectors.
15. Libraries today play roles like:
    (1) Building communities’ access to learning
    (2) Information literacy
    (3) Computer literacy and tutorials
    (4) All of the above ✅
    Remark: Libraries are community learning and literacy hubs.
16. Library staff grouped into classes:
    (1) Professional, Para-professional, Non-professional ✅
    (2) Administrator, IT Professionals, Semi-professionals
    (3) Professionals, Researchers, Non-professionals
    (4) Para-professionals, Researchers, Semi-professionals
    Remark: Standard staffing categories reflect roles and qualifications.
17. Professionals in context of library:
    (1) Librarians with degree in Library and Information Studies ✅
    (2) Librarians with Ph.D. in LIS
    (3) Librarians with Computer Science degree
    (4) All of the above
    Remark: Professional librarians typically hold LIS qualifications.
18. Special libraries mainly:
    (1) One subject library ✅
    (2) Many subject libraries
    (3) Mixed discipline
    (4) Technology based
    Remark: Special libraries focus on a specific domain or organization’s needs.
19. Objective of Indian Library Association:
    (1) Distributing funding
    (2) Making academic library rules
    (3) Promoting library movement in the country ✅
    (4) Building relationship
    Remark: ILA advances library development and professional interests.
20. Academic libraries serve:
    (1) Universities
    (2) Colleges
    (3) Schools
    (4) All of these ✅
    Remark: Academic libraries operate at institutions of higher and tertiary education (universities, colleges) and may support schools in certain contexts.
21. Library that supports curriculum and research:
    (1) Virtual library
    (2) Hybrid library
    (3) Academic library ✅
    (4) Digital library
    Remark: Academic libraries are designed to support teaching and research activities.
22. Due to ICT, libraries are:
    (1) Experimenting
    (2) Developing
    (3) Automating ✅
    (4) Discovering
    Remark: Automation streamlines cataloguing, circulation and access.
23. Refers to what an employee does to meet job expectations:
    (1) Expert
    (2) Role ✅
    (3) Developer
    (4) Professional
    Remark: A role defines duties and expected behavior in a position.
24. Libraries established for collecting and disseminating:
    (1) Knowledge ✅
    (2) News
    (3) Dialogues
    (4) Discussions
    Remark: Core mission: collect, preserve, and disseminate knowledge.
25. Professionals are those who have skills in:
    (1) Acquired librarianship ✅
    (2) Envisioned
    (3) Marked
    (4) Expected
    Remark: Professional competence comes from trained, acquired skills.
26. Libraries are institutions shaped by society:
    (1) Cultural ✅
    (2) Acquired
    (3) Instructed
    (4) Needed
    Remark: Libraries reflect cultural values, practices and needs.
27. College collection building oriented towards:
    (1) Student interest
    (2) Subjects taught
    (3) Future needs
    (4) All of these ✅
    Remark: Academic collection development balances current curriculum, student interest and anticipated needs.
28. National Science and Medical Libraries located:
    (1) Chennai
    (2) Bengaluru
    (3) New Delhi ✅
    (4) Kolkata
    Remark: National-level science/medical information centers are headquartered in New Delhi.
29. Delhi Public Library started with support of:
    (1) UNESCO ✅
    (2) IFLA
    (3) RRRLF
    (4) UN
    Remark: DPL’s establishment was supported by UNESCO as a model project.
30. New knowledge published through:
    (1) Magazines
    (2) Periodicals ✅
    (3) Newspapers
    (4) Bulletins
    Remark: Periodicals (journals) are primary outlets for new scholarly knowledge.
31. National Library in India is in:
    (1) Delhi
    (2) Chennai
    (3) Kolkata ✅
    (4) Bengaluru
    Remark: The National Library of India is the legal-deposit library located in Kolkata.
32. Library enables recreation and inspiration:
    (1) Through networking
    (2) Through reading ✅
    (3) Through interaction
    (4) Through meeting
    Remark: Reading fosters personal enrichment and creative inspiration.
33. Essential function of library networks:
    (1) Promotion and resource sharing ✅
    (2) Organize conferences
    (3) Research work
    (4) Share theses only
    Remark: Networks primarily enable shared access to resources and collaborative services.
34. Library established by government as national repository:
    (1) University library
    (2) National library ✅
    (3) Special library
    (4) Corporate library
    Remark: National libraries serve as repositories and bibliographic authorities.
35. Librarians should be:
    (1) Cool
    (2) Smart
    (3) Sensitive ✅
    (4) Strict
    Remark: Sensitivity to user needs and contexts is essential professional behavior.

True / False (36–50)

36. Hybrid library creates unified access — True ✅
    Remark: Hybrid systems combine print and digital access through unified discovery.
37. Libraries are rich repositories — True ✅
    Remark: Libraries aggregate curated information resources across formats.
38. Society is structured for mutual benefit — True ✅
    Remark: Social institutions, including libraries, exist to support collective welfare.
39. Library is a cultural institution shaped by society — True ✅
    Remark: Libraries reflect cultural priorities, knowledge and values.
40. Modern societies are information societies — True ✅
    Remark: Information production and exchange are central to contemporary economies.
41. Public libraries not gateways to knowledge — False ✅
    Remark: Public libraries are explicitly described as local gateways to knowledge.
42. Libraries integral to development — True ✅
    Remark: Libraries support education, research, and social development.
43. Governments’ responsibility for growth increased — True ✅
    Remark: Public policy and funding increasingly influence library services and expansion.
44. Academic libraries provide learning access — True ✅
    Remark: Academic libraries support curriculum, research and student learning.
45. Libraries provide equal access — True ✅
    Remark: Equity of access is a core public-library principle.
46. ILA not committed to library movement — False ✅
    Remark: Indian Library Association actively promotes the library movement.
47. Information society involves creation & use of info — True ✅
    Remark: Information societies emphasize both production and application of information.
48. Knowledge economy built on understanding — True ✅
    Remark: Knowledge economies depend on human capital and comprehension, not just data.
49. Education and library are inseparable — True ✅
    Remark: Libraries are intrinsic to formal and informal education systems.
50. Library and society never interlinked — False ✅
    Remark: Libraries and society are deeply interdependent and co-evolving.

36–50 True/False

36. Hybrid library creates unified access — True ✅
37. Libraries are rich repositories — True ✅
38. Society is structured for mutual benefit — True ✅
39. Library is a cultural institution shaped by society — True ✅
40. Modern societies are information societies — True ✅
41. Public libraries not gateways to knowledge — False ✅
42. Libraries integral to development — True ✅
43. Governments’ responsibility for growth increased — True ✅
44. Academic libraries provide learning access — True ✅
45. Libraries provide equal access — True ✅
46. ILA not committed to library movement — False ✅
47. Information society involves creation & use of info — True ✅
48. Knowledge economy built on understanding — True ✅
49. Education and library are inseparable — True ✅
50. Library and society never interlinked — False ✅

December, 2019 has theory type questions