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What is E-Granthalaya?

AA digital platform to automate and network libraries

BA cloud-based software for government data storage

CAn online learning platform for students

DA social media network for librarians

Answer:

A. A digital platform to automate and network libraries

Read Explanation:

E-Granthalaya is a comprehensive Integrated Library Management Software (ILMS) and digital platform created by NIC, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. Its core objectives are to:

  1. Automation: Computerize all in-house library activities, such as acquisition, cataloging, circulation, and member management.

  2. Networking: Establish a national network of libraries to facilitate resource sharing and create a Union Catalogue of library holdings.

  3. Digital Access: Transform traditional libraries into e-Libraries by providing a cloud-based platform (Version 4.0) and an Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) for users to access print and digital resources remotely.


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