Implementation of Public Library Legislation in North Eastern Region with Special Reference to Mizoram

Authors

  • Surbhi Saini Department of Library & Information Science, School of Social Sciences (SOSS), IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi - 110068

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51983/ijiss.2011.1.2.337

Keywords:

Library Authorities, Mizoram, North Eastern Region, Public Library Legislation

Abstract

The study deals with the role of Government and Library Authorities in the implementation of public library legislation in North Eastern region of India. The study covers public libraries of the Mizoram State. The sample size is around 150 public libraries of Mizoram. The research methodology used for this purpose is questionnaire method and personal interview of higher authorities. The review of literature tries to focus the need of modernization in public libraries and the support from government authorities. The paper highlights the prime issues of public libraries in the North Eastern Region of India.

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Published

05-11-2011

How to Cite

Saini, S. (2011). Implementation of Public Library Legislation in North Eastern Region with Special Reference to Mizoram. Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services, 1(2), 16–20. https://doi.org/10.51983/ijiss.2011.1.2.337