Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
(B. Lib. I. Sc. : November - 2008)
PAPER - BL-105 : KNOWLEDGE ORGANISATION - A (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by a Call Number ?
(b) Write definition of the term ‘Notation’.
(c) What is meant by a ‘Compound Subject’ ?
(d) Differentiate between Division and Classification.
(e) What is meant by a ‘Basic Subject’ ?
(f) Inductive and Deductive Process in Classification
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What are special features of Book Classification ? Explain them
with examples.
(b) Write difference between Knowledge Classification and Book
Classification.
(c) Explain Tree of Porphyry in relation to the Process of
Classification.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What are different modes of Formation of Subjects ? Explain
them with suitable examples.
(b) Explain structure of Main Classes in DDC.
(c) Define the term ‘Library Classification’. What are various
advantages of Classification in Libraries ?
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
(B. Lib. I. Sc. : November - 2008)
PAPER - BL-106 : DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION - A (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) OPAC
(b) Draw layout of main entry according to AACR 2 and write its
functions.
(c) Classified Catalogue
(d) Dictionary Catalogue
(e) Alphabetico-classed Catalogue
(f) Bibliography
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain differences between Classified Catalogue and Dictionary
Catalogue.
(b) What are the differences between Library Catalogue and a
Bibliography ?
(c) Explain functions and objectives of a Library Catalogue.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain role of a Cataloguer in Library System.
(b) What is the importance of Technical Reading of Books ?
(c) Compare between Book Form of Catalogue with Card Form of
Catalogue.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
(B. Lib. I. Sc. : November - 2008)
PAPER - BL-107 : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY : BASICS (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Give features of Information Technology (I.T.).
(b) What is Operating System ?
(c) Write different types of Computer Systems.
(d) What is meant by System Software ?
(e) What is meant by Application Software ?
(f) What is an Intranet ?
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain functions of different units of a Computer System.
(b) Define the terms Data and Information.
(c) What are the different Storage Devices ? Explain in detail.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain different sections in Libraries and Information Centres
where computer can be used.
(b) Trace out history of different generations of Development of
Computers.
(c) What is meant by I.T. ? Explain its impact on Library Services.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
[3611]-111
M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester-I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-101 : INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND SOCIETY
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by Resource Sharing ?
(b) Differentiate between Data, Information and Knowledge.
(c) Explain concept of Library Consortia. Give examples.
(d) Enumerate fundamental functions of a National Library.
(e) Explain concept of Communication.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Write a critical note on the National Library of India.
(b) Discuss barriers in Resource Sharing and suggest ways to
overcome them.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Write an essay on Modern Media of Communication and explain
its impact on Library Services.
(b) Discuss changing roles and responsibilities of Library and
Information Professionals in the Information Society.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
[3611]-112
M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-102 : INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is Hypothesis ? State its types.
(b) State the Law of Single Variable.
(c) What do you understand by Oral History ?
(d) What is Sampling ?
(e) Differentiate between Participant Observation and Non-participant
Observation.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) “Report Writing is the last but not the least step in the Process
of Research.” Discuss.
(b) Bring out importance of ‘Cranfield Research Project’ in the LIS
Research.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Research Methodology ? Why Knowledge of Research
Methodology is considered essential for a Librarian ?
(b) Enumerate various methods of Research and explain in detail
the Case Study Method with reference to LIS Research.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-103 : INFORMATION RETRIEVAL
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Explain need of Vocabulary Control.
(b) State and describe in brief the types of Information Products.
(c) Mention characteristics of Indexing Languages.
(d) What is Boolean Logic ? Draw Venn Diagrams.
(e) What is meant by Automatic Indexing ?
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Discuss various search strategies used for retrieving Information.
(b) Write a note on Information Retrieval Models.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What are Recall Ratio and Precision Ratio ? Explain their
importance in evaluation of Information Retrieval System.
(b) What is meant by Information Analysis and Repackaging ?
Describe its any two methods.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-104 : MANAGEMENT OF LIBRARIES AND
INFORMATION CENTRES - A (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Describe any two approaches to Management.
(b) State qualities of a Good Manager.
(c) Explain concept of MBO.
(d) What is Job Description and Job Analysis ?
(e) What is meant by Outsourcing ? Mention library activities which
can be outsourced.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Write a note on Scientific Management.
(b) What is ZBB ? Explain how it is useful in preparing a budget
for Libraries.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Cost-Benefit Analysis ? Explain how it is useful in
Library Management.
(b) Bring out importance of Planning in Management and explain
various types of Plans.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-105 : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – BASICS (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by Transmission Modes ?
(b) Write a short note on LAN.
(c) State characteristics of WAN.
(d) Define Weblogs and state its types.
(e) Write a note on RSS Feed.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is Network Topology ? Describe various types of Topologies.
(b) Differentiate between Bounded and Unbounded Media of
Communication.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Internet Security ? Discuss how Internet Security can
be ensured in a Library.
(b) Write an essay on current trends in IT Applicable to Libraries.
M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML - 106 : LIBRARY AND USERS
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Define ‘Information Needs’.
(b) What is meant by Information Seeking Behaviour ?
(c) State importance of User Studies.
(d) Explain what is meant by Questionnaire ?
(e) State need of Information Literacy.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain advantages and disadvantages of Questionnaire.
(b) Describe various methods of User Study.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain in detail various methods of conducting Information
Literacy Programmes.
(b) State various types of Information Users and explain their
information needs.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-201 : LIBRARY SYSTEM
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Explain functions of Public Libraries.
(b) Explain purpose of Library Legislation.
(c) Discuss need of Resource Sharing and Constortia in today’s
environment.
(d) School Libraries
(e) Copyright Act
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain Lacunae in Maharashtra State Public Library Act, 1967.
(b) Explain role of IFLA in the development of Library Profession.
(c) Discuss functions of UNESCO in the Development of Libraries.
Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain role of International Library Association in the
development of Library Profession.
(b) What are the different services provided by Special Libraries ?
Explain with examples.
(c) Explain salient features of Maharashtra State Public Library
Act, 1967.
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER BL-202 : LIBRARY MANAGEMENT
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Purpose of Library Committee
(b) Define Financial Management.
(c) What is meant by Creativity ?
(d) Define Human Resource Management.
(e) Suggest any five rules for a Public Library.
(f) Types of Budgets
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Write a short note on Motivation.
(b) Discuss in brief the role of Librarian in Library Committee.
(c) What is meant by Library Statistics ?
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Define Management and explain in detail the Principles of
Management.
(b) State importance of an Annual Report of a Library. Explain
various contents to be included in an Annual Report.
(c) Frame rules and regulations for a University Library.
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-203 : REFERENCE SOURCES
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Define the source ‘Gazetteer’.
(b) What is meant by ‘Reference Source’ ?
(c) Enumerate and explain in short the criteria to evaluate dictionaries.
(d) What are different criteria to evaluate electronic sources ?
(e) What is ‘Database’ ? Give its suitable examples.
(f) Encyclopedia is a Multipurposed Reference Source. Explain.
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is meant by Bibliographic Control in various contexts ?
(b) Explain purpose of ‘User Education’ in a Library.
(c) Which reference sources will you recommend in a School
Library ? Give suitable reasons for your choice.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Differentiate between General Book and Reference Source.
(b) What are the criteria to evaluate Gazetteer ? Explain them in
detail.
(c) Describe scope of following sources :
(i) Europa Year Book
(ii) The World of Learning
(iii) Dictionary of National Biography (India)
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-204 : DOCUMENTATION TECHNIQUES AND SERVICES
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Need for Vocabulary Control in Indexing
(b) Science Citation Index
(c) The need of Reprographic Service in Libraries
(d) Translation Centres in India
(e) PRECIS Indexing System
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is meant by Post Coordinate Indexing System ? Explain
its features giving suitable example.
(b) What are services provided by NASSDOC ?
(c) Define ‘Abstract’. State qualities of Good Abstract.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is meant by ‘CAS’ ? Explain different ways of providing
CAS.
(b) Write down features of Keyword Indexing / Free Indexing with
suitable examples.
(c) Write in detail the objective and services provided by NISCAIR.
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-205 : KNOWLEDGE ORGANISATION – B (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Define the term ‘Canons of Classification’.
(b) What is meant by ‘Characteristics’ ?
(c) Explain the term ‘Fundamental Category’.
(d) What is meant by ‘Postulational Approach’ ?
(e) Explain the term ‘Evolution Sequence’.
(f) Phase Relation Device
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain in short various types (species) of Library Classification.
(b) FID/CR
(c) Special Auxiliaries in UDC
Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Write a detailed note on the structure and nature of UDC.
(b) What are the Canons for Characteristics ? Explain them with
examples.
(c) Five Fundamental Categories in Colon Classification
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-206 : DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION – B (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Explain need of Centralized Cataloguing.
(b) Explain need of Co-operative Cataloguing.
(c) What is meant by Union Catalogue ?
(d) What is the purpose of Subject Cataloguing ?
(e) Explain concept of Corporate Author.
(f) Introduce the concept Metadata.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain method of Chain Procedure of Deriving Subject Heading.
(b) Explain different forms of Centralized Cataloguing.
(c) Explain ISBD and CCF.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain features of Sear’s List of Subject Heading.
(b) Differentiate between Centralized Cataloguing and Co-operative
Cataloguing.
(c) Explain any three Canons of Cataloguing.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER ML-201 : LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE EDUCATION
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What do you mean by Accreditation of Library and Information
Science Departments ?
(b) Define IPR.
(c) State characteristics of a Profession.
(d) What is Knowledge Management ?
(e) State merits of ‘Lecture’ Method of Teaching.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) State need for Code of Ethics for Librarianship.
(b) Describe Process of Accreditation adopted by ALA.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Enumerate various Methods of Evaluation and describe any two
of them with their merits and demerits.
(b) What is Copyright ? Discuss its implications in Librarianship.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-202 : STATISTICAL TECHNIQUES OF RESEARCH
AND BIBLIOMETRICS
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is a Research Report ?
(b) Explain concept of Obsolescence.
(c) What is SPSS ? State its uses.
(d) Define Scientometrics.
(e) Explain with example the difference between Mode and Median.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain Bradford’s Law.
(b) Explain how Data Analysis and Interpretation enables
generalisation ?
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain usefulness of Citation Analysis in Collection Development
and Management.
(b) Describe in detail any one of Style of Manual.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-203 : BIBLIOGRAPHIC CONTROL AND
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Discuss concept of Bibliographic Control.
(b) What is UAP ? State its need and objectives.
(c) Write a note on UNESCO’s Contribution in UBC.
(d) Explain role of NICFOS.
(e) Comment on the Library and Information Policy of India.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain role of NISCAIR in Bibliographic Control in India.
(b) Write a detailed note on ‘MEDLARS’.
Q.3) Answer in detail in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Discuss objectives of UNISIST and their achievements.
(b) What are the basic objectives of an International Information
System ? Discuss activities of any two International Information
Systems.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-204 : MANAGEMENT OF LIBRARIES AND
INFORMATION CENTERS - B (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) State steps involved in Project Management.
(b) What is Quality Audit ?
(c) Write a note on SWOT Analysis.
(d) Explain in brief Performance Measurement Techniques.
(e) What is Time and Motion Study ?
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Discuss with example how CPM technique can be used in a
Library.
(b) Explain concept of re-engineering and state how you will
implement it in a Library ?
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Marketing of Information Services ? Describe how
marketing of information services can be carried out in a
University Library ?
(b) What is Management of Change ? Discuss various techniques
of managing the change.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-205 : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY –
APPLICATIONS (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by Multimedia ? State its uses.
(b) Name any five softwares used for establishing Digital Library.
(c) Define Metadata and enlist elements of Dublin Core.
(d) State advantages and disadvantages of E-journals.
(e) Write a note on Data Warehousing.
Q.2) Answer in 150 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is Library Network ? Discuss in detail its need, purpose
and advantages.
(b) What is Electronic Publishing ? Highlight its impact on Libraries
and Information Centres.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Describe in detail the characteristics, objectives, functions and
need of a Digital Library.
(b) What is meant by Electronic Database ? Explain criteria for the
evaluation of Database.
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
(B. Lib. I. Sc. : November - 2008)
PAPER - BL-105 : KNOWLEDGE ORGANISATION - A (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by a Call Number ?
(b) Write definition of the term ‘Notation’.
(c) What is meant by a ‘Compound Subject’ ?
(d) Differentiate between Division and Classification.
(e) What is meant by a ‘Basic Subject’ ?
(f) Inductive and Deductive Process in Classification
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What are special features of Book Classification ? Explain them
with examples.
(b) Write difference between Knowledge Classification and Book
Classification.
(c) Explain Tree of Porphyry in relation to the Process of
Classification.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What are different modes of Formation of Subjects ? Explain
them with suitable examples.
(b) Explain structure of Main Classes in DDC.
(c) Define the term ‘Library Classification’. What are various
advantages of Classification in Libraries ?
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
(B. Lib. I. Sc. : November - 2008)
PAPER - BL-106 : DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION - A (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) OPAC
(b) Draw layout of main entry according to AACR 2 and write its
functions.
(c) Classified Catalogue
(d) Dictionary Catalogue
(e) Alphabetico-classed Catalogue
(f) Bibliography
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain differences between Classified Catalogue and Dictionary
Catalogue.
(b) What are the differences between Library Catalogue and a
Bibliography ?
(c) Explain functions and objectives of a Library Catalogue.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain role of a Cataloguer in Library System.
(b) What is the importance of Technical Reading of Books ?
(c) Compare between Book Form of Catalogue with Card Form of
Catalogue.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
(B. Lib. I. Sc. : November - 2008)
PAPER - BL-107 : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY : BASICS (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Give features of Information Technology (I.T.).
(b) What is Operating System ?
(c) Write different types of Computer Systems.
(d) What is meant by System Software ?
(e) What is meant by Application Software ?
(f) What is an Intranet ?
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain functions of different units of a Computer System.
(b) Define the terms Data and Information.
(c) What are the different Storage Devices ? Explain in detail.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain different sections in Libraries and Information Centres
where computer can be used.
(b) Trace out history of different generations of Development of
Computers.
(c) What is meant by I.T. ? Explain its impact on Library Services.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-101 : INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND SOCIETY
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by Resource Sharing ?
(b) Differentiate between Data, Information and Knowledge.
(c) Explain concept of Library Consortia. Give examples.
(d) Enumerate fundamental functions of a National Library.
(e) Explain concept of Communication.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Write a critical note on the National Library of India.
(b) Discuss barriers in Resource Sharing and suggest ways to
overcome them.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Write an essay on Modern Media of Communication and explain
its impact on Library Services.
(b) Discuss changing roles and responsibilities of Library and
Information Professionals in the Information Society.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-102 : INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is Hypothesis ? State its types.
(b) State the Law of Single Variable.
(c) What do you understand by Oral History ?
(d) What is Sampling ?
(e) Differentiate between Participant Observation and Non-participant
Observation.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) “Report Writing is the last but not the least step in the Process
of Research.” Discuss.
(b) Bring out importance of ‘Cranfield Research Project’ in the LIS
Research.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Research Methodology ? Why Knowledge of Research
Methodology is considered essential for a Librarian ?
(b) Enumerate various methods of Research and explain in detail
the Case Study Method with reference to LIS Research.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-103 : INFORMATION RETRIEVAL
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Explain need of Vocabulary Control.
(b) State and describe in brief the types of Information Products.
(c) Mention characteristics of Indexing Languages.
(d) What is Boolean Logic ? Draw Venn Diagrams.
(e) What is meant by Automatic Indexing ?
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Discuss various search strategies used for retrieving Information.
(b) Write a note on Information Retrieval Models.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What are Recall Ratio and Precision Ratio ? Explain their
importance in evaluation of Information Retrieval System.
(b) What is meant by Information Analysis and Repackaging ?
Describe its any two methods.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-104 : MANAGEMENT OF LIBRARIES AND
INFORMATION CENTRES - A (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Describe any two approaches to Management.
(b) State qualities of a Good Manager.
(c) Explain concept of MBO.
(d) What is Job Description and Job Analysis ?
(e) What is meant by Outsourcing ? Mention library activities which
can be outsourced.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Write a note on Scientific Management.
(b) What is ZBB ? Explain how it is useful in preparing a budget
for Libraries.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Cost-Benefit Analysis ? Explain how it is useful in
Library Management.
(b) Bring out importance of Planning in Management and explain
various types of Plans.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-105 : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – BASICS (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by Transmission Modes ?
(b) Write a short note on LAN.
(c) State characteristics of WAN.
(d) Define Weblogs and state its types.
(e) Write a note on RSS Feed.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is Network Topology ? Describe various types of Topologies.
(b) Differentiate between Bounded and Unbounded Media of
Communication.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Internet Security ? Discuss how Internet Security can
be ensured in a Library.
(b) Write an essay on current trends in IT Applicable to Libraries.
M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - I) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML - 106 : LIBRARY AND USERS
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Define ‘Information Needs’.
(b) What is meant by Information Seeking Behaviour ?
(c) State importance of User Studies.
(d) Explain what is meant by Questionnaire ?
(e) State need of Information Literacy.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain advantages and disadvantages of Questionnaire.
(b) Describe various methods of User Study.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain in detail various methods of conducting Information
Literacy Programmes.
(b) State various types of Information Users and explain their
information needs.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-201 : LIBRARY SYSTEM
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Explain functions of Public Libraries.
(b) Explain purpose of Library Legislation.
(c) Discuss need of Resource Sharing and Constortia in today’s
environment.
(d) School Libraries
(e) Copyright Act
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain Lacunae in Maharashtra State Public Library Act, 1967.
(b) Explain role of IFLA in the development of Library Profession.
(c) Discuss functions of UNESCO in the Development of Libraries.
Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain role of International Library Association in the
development of Library Profession.
(b) What are the different services provided by Special Libraries ?
Explain with examples.
(c) Explain salient features of Maharashtra State Public Library
Act, 1967.
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER BL-202 : LIBRARY MANAGEMENT
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Purpose of Library Committee
(b) Define Financial Management.
(c) What is meant by Creativity ?
(d) Define Human Resource Management.
(e) Suggest any five rules for a Public Library.
(f) Types of Budgets
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Write a short note on Motivation.
(b) Discuss in brief the role of Librarian in Library Committee.
(c) What is meant by Library Statistics ?
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Define Management and explain in detail the Principles of
Management.
(b) State importance of an Annual Report of a Library. Explain
various contents to be included in an Annual Report.
(c) Frame rules and regulations for a University Library.
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-203 : REFERENCE SOURCES
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Define the source ‘Gazetteer’.
(b) What is meant by ‘Reference Source’ ?
(c) Enumerate and explain in short the criteria to evaluate dictionaries.
(d) What are different criteria to evaluate electronic sources ?
(e) What is ‘Database’ ? Give its suitable examples.
(f) Encyclopedia is a Multipurposed Reference Source. Explain.
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is meant by Bibliographic Control in various contexts ?
(b) Explain purpose of ‘User Education’ in a Library.
(c) Which reference sources will you recommend in a School
Library ? Give suitable reasons for your choice.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Differentiate between General Book and Reference Source.
(b) What are the criteria to evaluate Gazetteer ? Explain them in
detail.
(c) Describe scope of following sources :
(i) Europa Year Book
(ii) The World of Learning
(iii) Dictionary of National Biography (India)
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-204 : DOCUMENTATION TECHNIQUES AND SERVICES
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Need for Vocabulary Control in Indexing
(b) Science Citation Index
(c) The need of Reprographic Service in Libraries
(d) Translation Centres in India
(e) PRECIS Indexing System
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is meant by Post Coordinate Indexing System ? Explain
its features giving suitable example.
(b) What are services provided by NASSDOC ?
(c) Define ‘Abstract’. State qualities of Good Abstract.
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Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is meant by ‘CAS’ ? Explain different ways of providing
CAS.
(b) Write down features of Keyword Indexing / Free Indexing with
suitable examples.
(c) Write in detail the objective and services provided by NISCAIR.
B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-205 : KNOWLEDGE ORGANISATION – B (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Write answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Define the term ‘Canons of Classification’.
(b) What is meant by ‘Characteristics’ ?
(c) Explain the term ‘Fundamental Category’.
(d) What is meant by ‘Postulational Approach’ ?
(e) Explain the term ‘Evolution Sequence’.
(f) Phase Relation Device
Q.2) Write answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain in short various types (species) of Library Classification.
(b) FID/CR
(c) Special Auxiliaries in UDC
Q.3) Write answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Write a detailed note on the structure and nature of UDC.
(b) What are the Canons for Characteristics ? Explain them with
examples.
(c) Five Fundamental Categories in Colon Classification
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 2
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B. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - BL-206 : DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION – B (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Explain need of Centralized Cataloguing.
(b) Explain need of Co-operative Cataloguing.
(c) What is meant by Union Catalogue ?
(d) What is the purpose of Subject Cataloguing ?
(e) Explain concept of Corporate Author.
(f) Introduce the concept Metadata.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain method of Chain Procedure of Deriving Subject Heading.
(b) Explain different forms of Centralized Cataloguing.
(c) Explain ISBD and CCF.
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Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain features of Sear’s List of Subject Heading.
(b) Differentiate between Centralized Cataloguing and Co-operative
Cataloguing.
(c) Explain any three Canons of Cataloguing.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER ML-201 : LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE EDUCATION
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What do you mean by Accreditation of Library and Information
Science Departments ?
(b) Define IPR.
(c) State characteristics of a Profession.
(d) What is Knowledge Management ?
(e) State merits of ‘Lecture’ Method of Teaching.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) State need for Code of Ethics for Librarianship.
(b) Describe Process of Accreditation adopted by ALA.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Enumerate various Methods of Evaluation and describe any two
of them with their merits and demerits.
(b) What is Copyright ? Discuss its implications in Librarianship.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-202 : STATISTICAL TECHNIQUES OF RESEARCH
AND BIBLIOMETRICS
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is a Research Report ?
(b) Explain concept of Obsolescence.
(c) What is SPSS ? State its uses.
(d) Define Scientometrics.
(e) Explain with example the difference between Mode and Median.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain Bradford’s Law.
(b) Explain how Data Analysis and Interpretation enables
generalisation ?
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Explain usefulness of Citation Analysis in Collection Development
and Management.
(b) Describe in detail any one of Style of Manual.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-203 : BIBLIOGRAPHIC CONTROL AND
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answer in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) Discuss concept of Bibliographic Control.
(b) What is UAP ? State its need and objectives.
(c) Write a note on UNESCO’s Contribution in UBC.
(d) Explain role of NICFOS.
(e) Comment on the Library and Information Policy of India.
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Explain role of NISCAIR in Bibliographic Control in India.
(b) Write a detailed note on ‘MEDLARS’.
Q.3) Answer in detail in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Discuss objectives of UNISIST and their achievements.
(b) What are the basic objectives of an International Information
System ? Discuss activities of any two International Information
Systems.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-204 : MANAGEMENT OF LIBRARIES AND
INFORMATION CENTERS - B (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) State steps involved in Project Management.
(b) What is Quality Audit ?
(c) Write a note on SWOT Analysis.
(d) Explain in brief Performance Measurement Techniques.
(e) What is Time and Motion Study ?
Q.2) Answer in 100 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) Discuss with example how CPM technique can be used in a
Library.
(b) Explain concept of re-engineering and state how you will
implement it in a Library ?
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) What is Marketing of Information Services ? Describe how
marketing of information services can be carried out in a
University Library ?
(b) What is Management of Change ? Discuss various techniques
of managing the change.
Total No. of Questions : 3] [Total No. of Printed Pages : 1
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M. Lib. I. Sc. (Semester - II) Examination - 2009
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
PAPER - ML-205 : INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY –
APPLICATIONS (THEORY)
(June 2008 Pattern)
Time : 2 Hours] [Max. Marks : 40
Instructions :
(1) All questions are compulsory.
(2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1) Answers in 50 words each : (Any Three) [15]
(a) What is meant by Multimedia ? State its uses.
(b) Name any five softwares used for establishing Digital Library.
(c) Define Metadata and enlist elements of Dublin Core.
(d) State advantages and disadvantages of E-journals.
(e) Write a note on Data Warehousing.
Q.2) Answer in 150 words : (Any One) [10]
(a) What is Library Network ? Discuss in detail its need, purpose
and advantages.
(b) What is Electronic Publishing ? Highlight its impact on Libraries
and Information Centres.
Q.3) Answer in 300 words : (Any One) [15]
(a) Describe in detail the characteristics, objectives, functions and
need of a Digital Library.
(b) What is meant by Electronic Database ? Explain criteria for the
evaluation of Database.
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