S. R. Ranganathan, whose full name was Shiyali Ramamrita Ranganathan, was a renowned Indian librarian and mathematician. He is often considered the father of library science in India and made significant contributions to the field of library and information science worldwide. Ranganathan was born on August 9, 1892, in Shiyali, Madras Presidency, British India (now in Tamil Nadu, India), and he passed away on September 27, 1972.
Ranganathan's work is best known for his "Five Laws of Library Science," which he formulated in 1931. These laws are considered fundamental principles in library science and have had a lasting impact on the organization and management of libraries. The Five Laws of Library Science are:
- Books are for use.
- Every reader, their book.
- Every book, its reader.
- Save the time of the reader.
- The library is a growing organism.
Ranganathan's contributions to library science extended beyond these laws, and he played a vital role in developing library classification systems, cataloging rules, and information retrieval techniques. His work has had a lasting influence on the development of modern library science and information management practices.
In recognition of his significant contributions, S. R. Ranganathan received numerous awards and honors during his lifetime. His legacy continues to shape the field of library and information science, both in India and around the world.
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