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Question 1: When will the 358th Study Circle Meeting of IASLIC be held,and where?

A) 10th January 2025, at IASLIC Headquarters

B) 9th January, 2025, at IASLIC

C) 9th January, 2025, at National Library, Kolkata

D) 10th January, 2025, at National Library, Kolkata

Explanation: Dr. Hora was elected the first President and Mr. J. Saha the first Honorary General Secretary of IASLIC, the Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centres, was established on September 03, 1955. Dr. S L Hora was appointed as the first president, and Mr. J Saha served as the first honorary General Secretary of IASLIC.

Question 2: Who will be the speaker for the 358th Study Circle Meeting of IASLIC, and what will be the topic of discussion?

A) Dr. Swarup Kumar Raj, on “Digital Libraries and Archives”

B) Dr. Uma Kanjjilal, on “Trends in Information Literacy”

C) Dr. Swarup Kumar Raj, on “University of Calcutta Library System”

D) Dr. Shafey Kidwai, on “Media and Digital Literacy”

Explanation: Objectives: 1. To provide a platform for professionals to share experiences and best practices. 2. To discuss current trends, challenges, and innovations in library and information science. 3. To facilitate networking and collaboration among participants.

Question 3: What was the theme of the IASLIC 30th National Seminar held in November 2024?

A) “Digital Libraries and Their Future”

B) “Role of Libraries in Digital Transformation”

C)“Information and Digital Literacy Trends”

D) “Library and Information Centres in Digital India”

Explanation: The theme of the 30th National Seminar of the Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Science (IASLIC) in 2024 was "Information Literacy for Developing Enlightened Library/Information User Community in New Age". The seminar was held from November 21–23, 2024 at Aligarh Muslim University.

Question 4: Which organization is coordinating the access to journals under ONOS?

A) University Grants Commission (UGC)

B) Department of Higher Education

C) INFLIBNET Centre

D) Ministry of Education

Explanation: The Union education ministry on Wednesday launched the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) scheme to facilitate free access to most high-end academic journals and articles published globally to students in various government-funded higher educational institutions, including IITs, across the country.

Question 5:How many major international journal publishers are included in ONOS?

A) 35

B) 20

C) 25

D) 30

Explanation: According to available information, the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) scheme includes 30 major international journal publishers.

Question 6: What is the enabler mentioned in the IFLA Strategy 2024-2029?

A) Digital Libraries for All

B) Libraries as Partners in Development

C) Enhancing Library Infrastructure Globally

D) Future-Proofing IFLA

Explanation: According to the IFLA Strategy 2024-2029, the key "enabler" is "Future-Proofing IFLA" which means ensuring that IFLA's governance, projects, and partnerships are effective, transparent, and innovative to best support the library field moving forward.

Question 7: Who sponsors the IASLIC Best LIS Teacher Award?

A) Smt.A.Satyavayhi

B) Prof.A.A.N.Raju Memorial Trust

C) Prabir Roychoudhury and Mrs. Amita Roychoudhury Memorial Trust

D) Late S.M.Ganguli Memorial Trust

Explanation: The Prof Prabir Roychoudhury and Mrs Amita Roychoudhury Memorial Fund Trust sponsors the IASLIC Best LIS Teacher Award. The award has been given annually since 2008

Question 8: What is the theme of PLANNER 2024?

A) Libraries in AI Era: Applications and Perspectives

B) Library Technologies and Innovations

C) Uplifting Academic Libraries

D) Library Automation and Networking

Explanation: The theme of PLANNER 2024 is "Libraries in AI Era: Applications and Perspectives". Key details about PLANNER 2024: Focus: Exploring the applications and perspectives of artificial intelligence within the library field. Organizer: INFLIBNET Centre Date: September 19-21, 2024 Location: Rajiv Gandhi University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh

Question 9: What does UNESCO emphasize platforms should adhere to in terms of content moderation and platform design?

A) Local language support only

B) Government regulations

C) Local laws only A: B. International human

D) International human rights standards

Explanation: UNESCO emphasizes that digital platforms should adhere to international human rights standards in their content moderation and platform design.

Question 10: What does SheRNI stand for?

A) She Reaches New Insights

B) She Research Network in India

C) She Realizes New Ideas

D) She Reviews New Information

Explanation: SheRNI stands for She Research Network in India. It's a network that connects women across India to share their knowledge, skills, and expertise.

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