Pearl: A Journal of Library and Information Science
Year : 2007, Volume : 1, Issue : 3
First page : ( 40) Last page : ( 43)
Print ISSN : 0973-7081.

Collection Development in the Public Libraries of Srikakulam District

Dr. Valsayya G., Associate Professor and Head

Department of Library and Infonnation Science, Andhra University Campus, Etcherla, Srikakulam.

Abstract

Explains the importance of collection development in all types of libraries as it is said the heart of the library. Analyses the book selection policies and programmes and the role of book selection committee subject experts for maintain balanced collection development, to meet the needs of the Users. States the various steps involved in collection development and it is to be considered as continuious process for any type of library. Emphasizes the necessity of collection development in the public library, which is considered as ‘people's university’. Describes the melvil Dewey principle “the best reading for the largest number at the least cost which is clue to the book selection procedure as well as collection development policy”. Explains the present situation in public library system at srikakulam district and presents the existing collection development in the district central library srikakulam as well 42 branch libraries. Highlights the “competitive examination and reference units” (CERU) a worth of Rs. 5,20,000 for purchasing of books which was introduced in the year 2005, in each district library system for the benefit of youth who are going to appear for competitive examinations’ suggests these types of units are very useful to collection development and fulfil the needs of the users and also uplifts the reputation of the public library.

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