Indian Library Association (ILA) - Key Points

1. Formation and History:

   • Established on September 13, 1933, during the First All India Library Conference in Calcutta.
   • Registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.

2. Objectives:

   • Promote library movement and development in India.
   • Improve library services and standards.
   • Advocate for the professional development of librarians.
   • Facilitate cooperation among libraries and library professionals.

3. Structure:

   • President: Dr. Mohan Rambhau Kherde.
   • General Secretary: Dr. O. N. Chaubey.
   • Various Vice Presidents representing different regions (North, Central, East, South, West).

4. Activities:

   • Organizes annual conferences, seminars, and workshops.
   • Publishes the Journal of Indian Library Association (JILA) and newsletters.
   • Provides accreditation for Library and Information Science (LIS) courses.
   • Awards and recognitions for outstanding contributions to the field.

5. Publications:

   • Journal of Indian Library Association (JILA): A peer-reviewed journal covering research and developments in library science.
   • ILA Newsletter: Updates on association activities, events, and news.

6. Membership:

   • Open to individuals and institutions involved in library and information services.
   • Offers various membership categories: Life, Ordinary, and Institutional.

Previous Year Questions on ILA

1. Question: When was the Indian Library Association (ILA) established?

   • Answer: September 13, 1933.

2. Question: Under which act is the ILA registered?

   • Answer: Societies Registration Act, 1860.

3. Question: Who is the current President of the Indian Library Association?

   • Answer: Dr. Mohan Rambhau Kherde.

4. Question: Name the peer-reviewed journal published by the ILA.

   • Answer: Journal of Indian Library Association (JILA).

5. Question: What are the main objectives of the Indian Library Association?

• Answer: Promote library movement, improve library services, advocate for professional development, and facilitate cooperation among libraries.

Absolutely! Here are some sample questions to help you practice for your librarians’ competitive exams, focusing on the Indian Library Association (ILA):

Sample Questions

1. When was the Indian Library Association (ILA) established?

   • a) 1923
   • b) 1933
   • c) 1943
   • d) 1953

2. Under which act is the ILA registered?

   • a) Companies Act, 1956
   • b) Societies Registration Act, 1860
   • c) Indian Trusts Act, 1882
   • d) Cooperative Societies Act, 1912

3. Who is the current President of the Indian Library Association?

   • a) Dr. O. N. Chaubey
   • b) Dr. Mohan Rambhau Kherde
   • c) Dr. S. R. Ranganathan
   • d) Dr. P. K. Jain

4. What is the name of the peer-reviewed journal published by the ILA?

   • a) Indian Journal of Library Science
   • b) Journal of Indian Library Association
   • c) Library Herald
   • d) Library Progress

5. Which of the following is NOT an objective of the Indian Library Association?

   • a) Promote library movement in India
   • b) Improve library services and standards
   • c) Advocate for the professional development of librarians
   • d) Provide financial loans to libraries

6. Which publication is released by the ILA to update members on activities and events?

   • a) ILA Journal
   • b) ILA Newsletter
   • c) ILA Bulletin
   • d) ILA Digest

7. What type of membership does the ILA offer?

   • a) Life Membership
   • b) Ordinary Membership
   • c) Institutional Membership
   • d) All of the above

8. Which event marked the establishment of the Indian Library Association?

   • a) First All India Library Conference
   • b) First National Library Conference
   • c) First International Library Conference
   • d) First Indian Library Symposium

Answers

1. b) 1933
2. b) Societies Registration Act, 1860
3. b) Dr. Mohan Rambhau Kherde
4. b) Journal of Indian Library Association
5. d) Provide financial loans to libraries
6. b) ILA Newsletter
7. d) All of the above
8. a) First All India Library Conference