An examination of the history of Library and Information Science in India
Author(s): Shankarappa N & Santhosh Kumar K T
Abstract - This document outlines the historical evolution of Library and Information Science (LIS) education in India, highlighting its growth and development over time. The inception of LIS education can be traced back to the initiative of the former Maharaja of Baroda, who engaged an American librarian to establish public libraries within the state. Following India's independence, library associations played a pivotal role in advancing LIS education nationwide. The discipline gained formal recognition with the establishment of various university-level courses. This journey has been characterized by significant growth and maturation. The recommendations the National Knowledge Commission put forth present a valuable opportunity for necessary reforms and transformations within the educational framework that should be actively pursued.
Keywords - Library history, Information science, Education in India, LIS education, Knowledge, Librarians.
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.10.3.2024.1781
Cite This Article As: Shankarappa N & Santhosh Kumar K T (2024). An examination of the history of Library and Information Science in India. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 10(3) 125-132. www.ijrls.in
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Paper ID: IJRLS-1781 Page: 125-132 Publication Date: 09 September 2024