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About the Book :The book has been designed for those appearing in UGC-NET/SLET in the subject of Library and Information Science. It would also be useful for candidates preparing for competitive exams like Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) exam in Library Science. The book is very comprehensive and covers almost all possible objective type questions for these exams. The questions set in UGC-NET/SLET and various other competitive examinations in the previous years have also been used for preparing this book.The book is not a mere mixture of various types of objective type questions on Library and Information Science under one cover. There are 10 chapters, each containing questions on a particular topic for focused attention and better overall understanding by the readers. Library and Information Science is a vast subject and many new developments are taking place with research and application of new methods and technologies like digital classification and web 2.0 applications. Many questions relating to such new developments in library science have been included in the book. The book is the result of extensive research on the subject, interaction with experts in Library and Information Science and referring to various authentic sources including websites and journals. It will not only serve the needs of those preparing for UGC NET/SLET but also other competitive examinations in the subject.Contents :General Instructions; Preface; 1. Information and Its Role in the Society; 2. Laws, Regulations and Organisations for Libraries; 3. Sources of Information; 4. Reference and Information Services; 5. Organisation of Knowledge/Information; 6. Planning, Operation and Management of Libraries; 7. Information and Communication Technology; 8. Library Automation; 9. Research Methodology; 10. Types of Libraries and Their Users; Mock Test Papers; Previous Years PapersAbout the Author :Atlantic Research Division is engaged in preparing quality textbooks on various subjects for postgraduate and undergraduate students pursuing various courses, as well as for those appearing in UGC-NET/SLET and other competitive examinations like IAS, IFS, IRS, IPS, etc.The Directors of the Atlantic Research Division are the following: K.R. Gupta, M.A. Ph.D., had been teaching postgraduate classes and guiding research for about two decades in the University of Jammu and Kurukshetra University. He has written over twenty books and contributed several papers in journals being published in India and abroad. D.S. Paul, M.A. English, has the experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students at colleges and institutes. He has worked in a nationalised bank as Manager for over a decade. He has written and edited several books and contributed articles in journals of repute. He has set model question papers for various competitive examinations. Manpreet Kaur is M.A., M.Phil in Political Science. She cleared her M.Phil in first division from Vinayaka Mission University. She also holds B.Ed. degree in first division from National College of Education. She is doing Ph.D. on Violence Against Women from IGNOU.