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Question 1: Online Version of UDC is called

A) Web Dewey

B) UDC Online Hub

C) UDC Summary

D) UDC Consortium

Explanation: Correct (B) Online version of the Universal Decimal Classification (UDC) scheme is called "UDC Online Hub" or simply "UDC Online".

Question 2: Process of assigning the author number for alphabetical sub-arrangement of books is called

A) Call number

B) Shelf arrangement

C) Cutterizing

D) Cutter Mark

Explanation: Correct (C) The process of assigning author numbers to facilitate alphabetical sub-arrangement of books, especially within a library classification system, is often referred to as "cutter numbering" or "cutterizing

Question 3: Who publishes Annals of Library Science and documentation?

A) ILA 

B) DRTC

C) IASLIC

D) INSDOC

Explanation: Correct (D) Journal was originally called Annals of Library Science when it was launched in 1954 by the Indian National Scientific Documentation Centre (INSDOC). The journal is published quarterly

Question 4: P notes' is a specific feature of

A) Library of congress classification

B) Dewey Decimal Classification

C) Universal Decimal Classification

D) Colon Classification

Explanation: Correct (C) 

Question 5:The process by which a library can migrate collection for reprocessing is

A) Law of Local Variation

B) Law of Impartiality

C) Law of parsimony

D) Law of Osmosis

Explanation: Correct (D) To migrate a library collection for reprocessing, a library can identify materials for reprocessing, sort them, and then send them to a designated reprocessing facility where they are processed and returned for use.

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: Correct (D) 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: Which of the following connecting symbol used for "Energy"

A) Dot

B) Semi colon

C) Colon

D) Comma

Explanation: Correct (C) In Colon Classification, the connecting symbols used for the PMEST (Personality, Matter, Energy, Space, Time) facets are: comma (,) for Personality, semicolon (;) for Matter, colon (:) for Energy, dot (.) for Space, and apostrophe (') for Time

Question 8: Which one from the following schemes of classification is fully enumerative :

A) Rider's International classification

B) Expansive classification

C) Library of Congress classification

D) Subject classification

Explanation: Correct (A)  is a fully enumerative classification scheme, meaning it lists all possible subjects and their subdivisions in a single schedule, with no provision for synthesizing numbers

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

Question 10: Which character is used for "intra-array difference" phase relation in CC-6?

A) t

B) w

C) u

D) y

Explanation: Correct (B) In the context of Colon Classification (CC), the character used for "intra-array difference" phase relation is  w

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