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PAPER ID:IJIM/V.I(IV)/132-135/18
AUTHOR: Devaraju M N
TITLE : A REFERENCE TO THE ROLE OF MODERN LIBRARIES IN THE CURRENT INFORMATION SOCIETY
ABSTRACT: Libraries serve as hubs of information. When people think of a “library,” they typically envision books. However, books now come in various formats, such as e-books and audio books. Beyond just housing books, libraries are valuable sources of knowledge, offering individuals free access to a vast amount of information that may be difficult to find elsewhere, whether online, in print, or through personal connections. Libraries have a crucial impact on society since they serve as access points to knowledge and culture. A creative and forward-thinking society need new ideas and perspectives, which are fostered by the resources and services they offer. They also promote intellectual and educational endeavours. Libraries also aid in the preservation of reliable documents and collected wisdom from earlier generations. Research and human knowledge advancement, as well as preserving knowledge and cultural heritage for future generations, would be difficult in a society without libraries. In this essay, the function of libraries in contemporary society will be skimmed over.
KEYWORDS: education and recreation, information society, human society, libraries, institutions