Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services (IJISS) a Multidisciplinary Library and Information Science Journal is a refereed Journal and publishes from India. This Journal encompasses all branches of Library and Information Sciences and its sub – disciplines like Library Management; Information Systems & Services, Information Processing & Retrieval; Information Sources & Services; Community Information System, Scientometrics & Informetrics, IR Theory, Knowledge Organization; Information processing & retrieval, Classification, Preservation & Conservation, Information Management,Library classification, Information sources, Systems and Services,Computer Application in Library; Digital Library; Information Systems; Bibliographic Control, etc.

All papers are peer-reviewed and newly selected panels of international referees have been appointed to ensure that review is done rapidly and to the highest standards. Special topics will provide accounts of research, written periodically at the invitation of the Editorial Board by Library Professionals under the direction of Editor-in-Chief.

Education is the transmission of civilization. Well educated and skilled people are key to creating, sharing and disseminating knowledge effectively. It is as old as the history of mankind. It forms the basis for the development and progress of individual and human society. Importance of human resources and the role of education in development has been well recognized. Education is considered as critical input for economic and social development. It is an instrument to imparting knowledge and training to people leading to thei empowerment. Majority of the library were users are satisfied with the availability of textbooks and magazines followed by periodicals and general books. Inadequacy of electronic resources was stated by some users. The number of multiple copies is not enough. There should be more books by Indian authors. The users of the library were asked to indicate how they find required reading material and books. Majority of the users said it is by browsing through the shelves. Some said they consult the library staff and seek their help in finding books. Some students admitted that they take help from their class fellows. A few users said that they use catalogue to locate books. This infers that the methods followed by the students to find the required books in the libraries vary. Majority of the students who use the library stated that catalogue is not upto- date. A high percentage of library users follow the method of browsing and checking the racks and consulting the library staff.