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This collection of Questions Answers Quizzes and Explanation will act not only as a question bank on Library and Information Science but also be a good tool for appearing in the competitive exams Ex. UGC-NET/ SET in Library and Information Science and interviews and keeping updated with the new knowledge for LIS professionals.

Whether you are studying, doing research, working professional, this is the place for you to develop a sound knowledge of Library and Information Science. For librarians, catalogers, (M.LIB & B.LIB) & Ph.D. students, researchers in LIS professionals.

Question 1: INSDOC has been merged with NISCOM and is now known as 

A) DELNET 

B) NISCAIR

C) DESIDOC

D) NASSDOC

Explanation: Correct (B)  INSDOC, after merging with NISCOM, is now known as NISCAIR (National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources). The Indian National Scientific Documentation Centre (INSDOC) merged with the National Institute of Science Communication (NISCOM) in 2002 to form NISCAIR.

Question 2: WorldCat is maintained by 

A) Library of Congress  

B) Online Library Center

C) None of the above

D) American Library Association

Explanation: Correct (C)OCLC, Inc. operates WorldCat, and it's maintained by a collaboration of OCLC, member libraries, and material providers.

Question 3: What is Dublin Core? 

A) Content management tool 

B) E- Library software  

C) Internet Protocol

D) Metadata standard

Explanation: Correct (D) Dublin Core is a set of metadata terms that describes resources like documents, videos, and images. It's one of the most widely used metadata schemas and is used to describe both physical and digital resources.

Question 4: . BERN CONVENTION (1886) is concerned with 

A) Translations  

B) Patent 

C) Copyright

D) Standards

Explanation: Correct (C) The Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works is an international copyright treaty that protects the rights of authors and their works. It was adopted in 1886 in Berne, Switzerland

Question 5:What is a bug?

A) Computer Virus

B) Error in Computer Configuration

C) None of these

D) Error in a Programme

Explanation: Correct (D) word processing application could crash while the user is writing an essay or report.

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: LYCOS is 

A) Database

B) Programming language

C) Search engine

D) Database vendor

Explanation: Correct (C) Lycos is a web search engine and web portal established in 1994, spun out of Carnegie Mellon University. Lycos also encompasses a network of email, web hosting, social networking, and entertainment websites.

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: Correct (A) 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: Electronic telecommunications system joining millions of computers together.

A) E-mail

B) UPS

C) US Mail

D) Internet

Explanation: Correct (D) 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: Correct (B) 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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