Development of Library and Information Product and Service in Academic Institutions: A Study on Selected Colleges in Assam with Special Reference to Jorhat District

Abstract

College library and Information Centre have a significant role to play in promoting the higher education. The objective of College library and information centre is to make resources and services available as an effective supplement to the institutional programme undertaken by the college. The modern day College Library and Information Centre is offering a wide range of services. The services of an ideal libraries and information centre are related with products and professional staff of the organisation. The success of a library and information centres depends on how effectively the organisation is providing services to its users’ community at minimum cost. Hence, this study is expected to contribute in understanding present scenario and means to improve the Library and Information product and service in a better way to fulfil the purpose of College.