Assessment of the Impact of INFLIBNET’s Initiative on Libraries with Special Reference to Central Universities of North India
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INFLIBNET, E- ShodhSindhu, Shodhganga, Shodhchakra, ShodhshuddhiAbstract
The purpose of the research study is to assess the impact of INFLIBNET’s initiatives on the libraries of the central universities in North India. The study has been designed to get the perspectives of the University Librarian/Librarian in charge of the central universities in North India. Given the delimitation of the Geological Survey of India and the scope of the study, thirteen central universities of North India have been incorporated into the study.The survey method of research has been adopted for this study. To gather the primary data, a structured questionnaire incorporating all the legitimate questions concerning INFLIBNET has been designed and distributed amongst the university librarians. The data collected has been organised and analysed, and many tests have been performed using MS Excel and SPSS.Analysis and interpretation of data reveal that although INFLIBNET has played a significant role in transforming university libraries, there has been scope for improvement on many fronts. The study suggests specific measures to be taken to ensure optimum utilisation of university library resources and affirm the mission and vision of INFLIBNET.
Keywords: INFLIBNET; E- ShodhSindhu; Shodhganga; Shodhchakra; Shodhshuddhi; Professional Capacity Building
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