M.L.I.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION, APRIL 2016
Library and Information Science
INFORMATION SOURCES AND SERVICES
(2013 onwards)
Time 3 Hours Maximum 75 Marks
Part A (10 2 20)
Answer all questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
1. Define information system.
2. What is library consortia?
3. Define current awareness service.
4. What do you mean by invisible colleges?
5. Define bibliography.
6. Define library network.
7. What do you mean by reference service?
8. What is INDEST?
9. Define dictionary.
10. Define documentary source.
Sub. Code
932102
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Wk 10
Part B 5 25)
Answer all questions choosing either or
All questions carry equal marks.
11. Enumerate the various methods of CAS.
Or
Explain the methods of providing SDI service.
12. Explain the need for information services in
information centres.
Or
Write a note on 'Encyclopaedia Britannica'.
13. Explain the role of INDEST in library consortia.
Or
Discuss the salient features of AGRIS.
14. Write about non-print sources.
Or
Examine the value of primary sources.
15. State the types of dictionaries with examples.
Or
What are the merits and demerits of electronic
sources?
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Wk 10
Part C 10 30)
Answer any three questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
16. Give a detailed account of secondary sources of
information.
17. Explain the structure, functions, products and services of
DESIDOC.
18. Explain the various indexing services offered at
international level.
19. What is the role of INFLIBNET in the development of
library automation and networking of university
libraries in India?
20. Write in detail the various activities of CSIR.