Library and Information Science Education in India: A Historical Perspective

Authors

  • Krishan Kumar Former Professor and Head DLIS, University of Delhi Delhi-110 007
  • Jaideep Sharma Assoc. Professor School of Social Sciences Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Maidan Garhi New Delhi - 110068

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14429/djlit.30.5.610

Keywords:

LIS education-India, LIS education-History-India

Abstract

The paper presents a historical perspective of Library and Information Science (LIS) education in India, and traces the growth and development of the subject. LIS education began under the patronage of the erstwhile Maharaja of Baroda when he invited an American librarian to set up public libraries in the state. After independence, Library Associations in the country continued with the efforts of developing LIS education in India. The discipline got recognition with the introduction of various courses at the university level. It has seen periods of growth and maturation. The recommendations of National Knowledge Commission provide an opportunity for reforms and changes in the educational system that needs to be grabbed.

http://dx.doi.org/10.14429/djlit.30.609


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Published

2010-09-10

How to Cite

Kumar, K., & Sharma, J. (2010). Library and Information Science Education in India: A Historical Perspective. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 30(5), 3–8. https://doi.org/10.14429/djlit.30.5.610

Issue

Vol. 30 No. 5 (2010): 100 years of LIS Education in India

Section

Special Issue on Visualising Libraries

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