Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of Indira Gandhi National Open University BLS2 Library Management June 2007

Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science
Term-End Examination

BLS2: Library Management

Time: 3 hours
Maximum Marks: 100

Note : Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.Illustrate your answer with suitable examples and diagrams wherever necessary.Write the relevant question number before writing the answer.

1.1 Explain the term 'management'. Briefly discuss its functions.

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1.2 Discuss the principles that help in creating an efficient organisational structure.

2.1 "To provide the right book to the right reader at the right time. " Elaborate the statement in the context of book selection.

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2.2 Identify different methods of procurement of books in a library. Explain in detail the method of acquisition though purchase.

3.1 What do you understand by the term "Circulation Systems" ? Briefly explain different types of circulation systems that are prevalent in Indian libraries.

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3.2 Discuss the different kinds of library binding. State some of the advantages of using standards for library binding.

4.1 What do you mean by Financial Management ? Discuss different sources of finance for a university library.

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4.2 Discuss the need and purpose of "Human Resources Development (HRD)". Explain the different components of HRD.

5.0 Write short notes on any three of the following (in about 300 words each) :
(a) Subject Bibliographies
(b) Three Card System
(c) Sewing materials for binding
(d) Performance Appraisal
(e) Principles of Stacking

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