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Indian Journal of Library and Information Science

Volume  3, Issue 1, January - April 2009, Pages 5-9
 

Original Article

Digital Library Environment in Indian Research Institutions

C. Baskaran

Deputy Librarian, Central Library, Alagappa University, Karaikudi-630 003, TN

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This paper mainly describes various aspects of digital library development and different types of reference services being provided in digital environment which include: (i) personalized services (ii) web-based reference and information services (iii) search engine services (iv) digital reference services for general public as well as academic community (v) co-operative digital library service. This paper highlights present scenario of digital library services in India. It outlines the initiatives taken by the UGC, India the INFLIBNET Centre, DELNET, IITs, RECs , National Research Organizations/ institutions of India in the digitization of libraries and information centers in order to provide digital library services. Further it suggests that in a developing country like India where resources are limited, funds are inadequate the library and information professionals should develop their skill and proficiency to meet the challenges of technological developments and changes emerging out of digital library services.

 


Corresponding Author : C. BASKARAN