NIRF India Rankings 2025 Released

 NIRF India Rankings 2025 Released

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, released by the Ministry of Education, has once again highlighted the best higher educational institutions in India. These rankings help students, teachers, and parents understand the performance of universities and colleges across different fields.

NIRF INDIA RANKING 2025

🌟 Key Highlights

🏆 Overall Rankings

IIT Madras has been ranked No. 1 in the Overall Category for the seventh year in a row.

IISc Bengaluru stands at 2nd place, while IIT Bombay takes the 3rd position.

🎓 Universities

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Karnataka, entered the Top 3 universities for the first time.

🏫 Colleges

Hindu College (Delhi University) is ranked No. 1 college in India.

Miranda House (Delhi University) secured 2nd place.

32 colleges from Delhi University featured in the rankings.

⚙️ Engineering

Top five institutes remain dominated by IITs:

IIT Madras

IIT Delhi

IIT Bombay

IIT Kanpur

IIT Kharagpur

⚖️ Law

National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru is the No. 1 Law College in India.

🩺 Medical

SGPGIMS and KGMU from Uttar Pradesh made it into the Top 10 medical institutions this year.

🌍 Regional Highlights

Tamil Nadu shines with 33 colleges in the Top 100 list – more than any other state.

Institutions from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh did not feature in the Top 10 overall, but performed well in specialized categories like Agriculture, Pharmacy, and Management.

✨ Why Should Students Care?

The NIRF Rankings are important because they:

Help students plan for future higher studies.

Show which institutions are best in engineering, medicine, law, management, and other fields.

Encourage schools and colleges to keep improving in research, teaching, and innovation.

📌 Library Takeaway

As students of PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh, you should explore these rankings to set your goals for higher education. Whether you dream of joining an IIT, IISc, medical college, or law school, the NIRF 2025 list can guide you toward the best institutions.

Stay curious, keep reading, and plan your journey ahead with knowledge! 🚀

CBSE Material at a Glance

 CBSE Material at a Glance

CBSE Sample Qs and Marking Scheme 2025-26 (class X)

CBSE Sample Qs and Marking Scheme 2025-26 (class XII)

CBSE Curriculum 2025-26

CBSE Curriculum Archive

CBSE Marking Scheme for Class X & Class XII

CBSE Sample QS Papers (2015-2024)

CBSE E Books and Supportive Materials

CBSE Previous Years Questions (Class X)

CBSE Previous Years Questions (Class XII)

CBSE Question Bank Class X

CBSE Question Bank Class XII

CBSE Additional Question Banks Class X & Class XII

Practice Question sets for class 3 to 9 (Math and Science)

IX, X,XI and XII-Student Support Material-25-26

IX, X,XI and XII-Student Support Material-25-26 

CLASS IX, X,XI and XII

 Student Support Material 

ALL SUBJECTS 

Subject Teachers are requested to go through the material and discuss in their Class.

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xt-GwYWhU4FihrknircdK7zR6JMBsaLX

Class IX - Google Drive

Class X - Google Drive

Class XI - Google Drive

Class XII - Google Drive

E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: Multidisciplinary

 E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: Multidisciplinary

E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: A Multidisciplinary Perspective 

E-Manuscripts  

Definition: Digitized versions of traditional manuscripts (often palm-leaf, birch-bark, or handwritten texts) preserved through scanning and metadata cataloging.

Role in Preservation: Prevents decay of fragile originals while ensuring accessibility to scholars worldwide.

Technological Aspects: Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for ancient scripts, metadata standards (MARC21, Dublin Core), and e-Granthalaya-type platforms for access.

Disciplines Involved: Library Science, Digital Humanities, Information Technology, Archival Studies.

Vedas

Definition: The earliest body of Indian knowledge tradition, comprising Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.

Domains of Knowledge:

• Philosophy: Concepts of Brahman, Atman, cosmology.

• Linguistics: Sanskrit grammar, phonetics.

• Science: Early references to astronomy, medicine (Ayurveda), and mathematics.

• Performing Arts: Music and chanting styles rooted in Vedic traditions.

Interdisciplinary Relevance: Religious studies, anthropology, linguistics, musicology, philosophy

Samhitas

Meaning: Collections of mantras, hymns, or knowledge systems compiled systematically.

Types:

• Vedic Samhitas (e.g., Rigveda Samhita).

• Ayurvedic Samhitas (Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita) – foundational texts of medicine.

• Other Knowledge Compilations in fields like astronomy, polity (Arthashastra), etc.

Relevance: They bridge spiritual, scientific, and practical knowledge traditions.

• National Mission for Manuscripts

• Indian Manuscript

• Indian Culture

• University of Pennsylvania

• University of Cambridge

• Cambridge Digital Library

• Catalogue of the Sanskrit Manuscript

• Ved Puran

• Myhindi.org

• Free Hindi ebooks

• NIIMH

• Sanatan Group

• Motivational Stories in Hindi

• Vedic Heritage

Book Review Writing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

 📝 Book Review Writing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
7th August 2025 | Classes 6–8

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

PRASIDDHI BHOI - 6A 🥇 (1st)

JINISHA SAI - 8A 🥈 (2nd)

ALISHA KUMARI SHARMA - 6B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh concluded with an insightful Book Review Writing Competition on 7th August 2025. The competition was exclusively for the Senior Category (Classes 6–8), where students showcased their analytical and writing skills by reviewing books they had read during library periods.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Surya Kanta (Coach), who encouraged students to reflect deeply on the books they chose.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students wrote reviews highlighting the title, author, summary, favourite character/quote, and personal opinion.

• Emphasis was placed on clarity, originality, and depth of thought rather than length.

• Many participants linked the messages of their books to real-life lessons and values.

• The best reviews were selected for library display to guide peers in choosing their next reads.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One student wrote a heartfelt review of a biography, ending with the line – “This book didn’t just tell a story, it changed how I see my own goals.” It received special appreciation from the judges.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges praised the effort and maturity displayed in the reviews. The top three winners were selected, and all participants were acknowledged for their thoughtful contributions.

✨ Conclusion:
The Book Review Writing Competition was the perfect finale to the Reading Promotion Week – 1. It encouraged students to not just read books but to reflect, analyse, and share their insights with others. The event strengthened the culture of meaningful reading in the school.

Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

 📚 Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
6th August 2025 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

SNEHA BEHERA - 5B 🥇 (1st)

MANAVENDRA JAYASINGH - 5B 🥈 (2nd)

DARSHIL PATEL - 5A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

SEIKH FARHANA RAHMANI - 8A 🥇 (1st)

LUVANYAA SHARMA - 6B 🥈 (2nd)

ANAYA EKKA - 6A 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh witnessed an engaging Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition on 6th August 2025. Students from Classes 3 to 8 actively participated to test their reading fluency, accuracy, and speed.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Chhabila Pradhan (PRT). It was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) categories.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students were given short reading passages suited to their level.

• Each participant was timed for one minute while reading aloud.

• Judges measured speed (words per minute), accuracy, pronunciation, and expression.

• The activity motivated students to focus on both clarity and pace in their reading.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One junior student read her passage so clearly and confidently that the audience clapped spontaneously—even before the timer ended!

🏆 Outcome:
The judges were impressed by the fluency and improvement shown by many students. The top three winners from each category were selected, while all participants received valuable feedback on how to become better readers.

✨ Conclusion:
The Words Per Minute Reading Competition added a fun yet meaningful dimension to the Reading Promotion Week – 1. It not only encouraged healthy competition but also helped students discover ways to improve their reading skills, speed, and confidence.

 

 

Drawing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

 🖌️ Drawing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
5th August 2025 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

ANWESHA SARANGI - 5A 🥇 (1st)

AARADHYA BISHWAKARMA - 4A 🥈 (2nd)

APARNA DASH -  5A 🥉 (3rd)

 ADWAIT KUMAR SAHOO - 3A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

AMRIT DASH - 6A 🥇 (1st)

ADYASHREE SAHOO - 6B 🥈 (2nd)

CHUNMUN - 6B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh continued with a burst of creativity through the Drawing Competition held on 5th August 2025. Students from Classes 3–8 participated with great enthusiasm, expressing their imagination and love for stories through colours and art.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Ms. Anjali (PRT), who motivated students to showcase their artistic flair. The event was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) categories.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Theme: “Favourite Stories and Characters from Books”

• Students illustrated scenes, heroes, and characters inspired by their reading.

• Judging was based on originality, creativity, neatness, and relevance to the theme.

• Drawings were displayed in the library, turning it into a mini art gallery.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One senior student sketched an elaborate scene from a classic children’s tale, and the detailing left both judges and peers amazed.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges admired the creativity and storytelling through art. The top three winners from each category were awarded, while all participants were appreciated for their imagination.

✨ Conclusion:
The Drawing Competition gave students a chance to blend their love for books with creativity. It was a colourful addition to the Reading Promotion Week – 1, inspiring young minds to see stories not just in words but also through the language of art.

🎤 Poem Recitation Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

 🎤 Poem Recitation Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
4th August 2025 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

ADYASHA SAHOO -  4B 🥇 (1st)

ALANKRITA BAG - 4A 🥈 (2nd)

APARNA PATEL 🥈 (2nd)

BAIBHABI NAIK - 4A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

ARADHYAA PUJARI - 7A 🥇 (1st)

SAI SAMBHAV NAYAK - 8B 🥈 (2nd)

ADYASHREE SAHOO - 6B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh gained lyrical charm with the Poem Recitation Competition held on 4th August 2025. Students from Classes 3–8 participated with great enthusiasm, reciting poems in both English and Hindi.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Balabant Sahu (PRT) and Mr. G. Ram (TGT-Hindi). The event was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) groups, ensuring every child got a chance to display their talent.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students presented a wide variety of poems on themes like nature, patriotism, friendship, and values.

• They were judged on pronunciation, clarity, expression, voice modulation, and confidence.

• The audience enjoyed every recitation, appreciating the effort and emotions of each participant.

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  🎉 Memorable Moment:
  A student from the junior group recited a patriotic poem with such passion that the hall resonated with applause and cheers, creating a truly emotional moment.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges praised the performances and selected the top three winners from each category. All participants were appreciated for their sincere efforts and beautiful recitations.

✨ Conclusion:
The Poem Recitation Competition brought rhythm, expression, and beauty of words into the Reading Promotion Week – 1. It inspired students to not only read poems but also understand their depth and meaning. The event celebrated the joy of literature in its purest form.

Bookmark Making Competition (Reading Promotion Week - 1)

 🎨 Bookmark Making Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
2nd August 2025 | Classes 6–8

✨ Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

NISHITA OJHA - 7A 🥇 (1st)

ARADHYA PATEL - 6A 🥈 (2nd)

AKRUTI PATEL - 8B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh continued with a creative and colourful Bookmark Making Competition on 2nd August 2025. The event was exclusively for Senior Category students (Classes 6 to 8), who showcased their artistic talent and love for books through their handmade bookmarks.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Pankaj Verma (TGT-Art), who encouraged students to express their imagination through colours and designs.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students designed bookmarks inspired by their favourite characters, quotes, and themes from books.

• Creativity, neatness, and relevance to reading were the key judging criteria.

• The beautifully designed bookmarks are now displayed in the library to inspire fellow readers.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One bookmark carried a hand-painted quote – “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies” – which instantly became a favourite among teachers and students alike.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges were impressed by the students’ innovation, use of colours, and meaningful designs. Top three winners were declared, and all participants were appreciated for their creative efforts.

✨ Conclusion:
The Bookmark Making Competition added an artistic flavour to the Reading Promotion Week – 1. It not only promoted reading habits but also gave students a chance to express their imagination visually. The activity proved that creativity and reading go hand in hand.

STORY TELLING ( READING PROMOTION WEEK - 1)

📖 Story Telling Competition – Reading Promotion Week - 1 (2025-26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh

1st August 2025 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

Aparna Dash – Class 5A 🥇 (1st)

Alankrita Bag – Class 4A 🥈 (2nd)

Aadyashe Sahu – Class 4B 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Winners – Senior Category (Classes 6–8):

Seikh Farhana Rahmani – Class 8A 🥇(1st)

Adyashree Sahoo – Class 6B 🥈(2nd)

Prasiddhi Bhoi – Class 6A 🥉(3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh began with a vibrant Story Telling Competition on 1st August 2025. Students from Classes 3 to 8 participated enthusiastically, narrating their favourite stories from the books they had read in the library.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Ms. Bijay Laxmi Parida (TGT-Sanskrit) and Mr. Jogeshwar Meher (PRT). The event was conducted group-wise for Classes 3–5 and 6–8, giving equal opportunities to showcase talent.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students confidently narrated tales filled with imagination, humour, and life lessons.

• Narrations reflected their reading habits, creativity, and presentation skills.

• Many participants used expressions, gestures, and voice modulation to bring their stories alive.

• The audience was deeply engaged, listening with curiosity and excitement.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One student narrated a folk tale with such enthusiasm that it felt like watching a live play. The expressions and energy left everyone applauding loudly.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges appreciated the storytelling skills, clarity of language, and confidence of the participants. Winners were declared from each group, and all participants were praised for their efforts.

✨ Conclusion:
The Story Telling Competition not only encouraged students to read more books but also gave them a platform to express themselves. It was indeed a perfect start to the Reading Promotion Week – 1, inspiring young readers to step into the magical world of stories.

READING PROMOTION WEEK - 1

 Celebration of Reading Promotion Week – 1

 at 

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh

1st – 7th August 2025

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh successfully celebrated Reading Promotion Week – 1 from 1st to 7th August 2025 with great enthusiasm and active participation from students of Classes 3 to 8. The week was filled with exciting literary competitions that provided students a platform to express their creativity, imagination, and love for reading.

The celebration began on 1st August 2025 with the Story Telling Competition, where students narrated their favourite stories from books they had read. Their engaging narrations reflected not only their reading habits but also their confidence and expression.

On 2nd August 2025, a creative Bookmark Making Competition was organised for Classes 6–8. Students designed colourful and inspiring bookmarks based on their favourite characters and books.

The spirit of poetry came alive on 4th August 2025 with the Poem Recitation Competition, where participants recited beautiful poems in English and Hindi. The competition highlighted their love for literature and language.

On 5th August 2025, the Drawing Competition encouraged students to create imaginative artworks inspired by stories and characters from books. Their artistic skills truly brought stories to life on paper.

The Words Per Minute Competition, held on 6th August 2025, tested the students’ reading fluency and pronunciation. Participants confidently read passages within a given time, showcasing their reading speed and clarity.

The week concluded on 7th August 2025 with the Book Review Writing Competition, where students wrote insightful reviews of the books they had read during library periods. This activity reflected their analytical skills and deep engagement with books.

Throughout the week, a large number of students participated with zeal, making the celebration a grand success. The competitions not only enhanced their reading habits but also nurtured creativity, communication skills, and a lifelong love for books.

The programme was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with dedicated teachers in charge of various activities. The collective efforts of students and teachers made Reading Promotion Week – 1 a memorable and enriching experience for everyone.

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✨ PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh Library continues to promote the joy of reading, inspiring young minds to explore the magical world of books.

Reading Promotion Week – 1

 Notice of Reading Promotion Week – 1

PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sundargarh

Date: 1st to 7th August 2025

The School Library of PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh is delighted to announce the celebration of Reading Promotion Week – 1 from 1st August to 7th August 2025. This week aims to encourage the joy of reading, creativity, and expression among our students through a series of exciting competitions and activities.

Schedule of Activities

• 01.08.2025 – Storytelling Competition
  Students of Classes 3–8 will narrate their favourite stories from books they have read.

• 02.08.2025 – Bookmark Making Competition
  Students of Classes 6–8 will design unique bookmarks inspired by their favourite characters or books.

• 04.08.2025 – Poem Recitation Competition
  Students of Classes 3–8 will recite poems in English or Hindi.

• 05.08.2025 – Drawing Competition
  Students of Classes 3–8 will create artworks inspired by their favourite stories and characters.

• 06.08.2025 – Words Per Minute Competition
  Students of Classes 3–8 will read aloud for one minute with correct pronunciation and fluency.

• 07.08.2025 – Book Review Writing Competition
  Students of Classes 6–8 will write reviews of books they have read during library periods.

General Guidelines

• All activities for the Primary Wing (Classes 3–5) will be organised by the respective in-charges and reported to the Overall In-charge (Librarian).

• Activities for the Secondary Wing (Classes 6–8) will be conducted in the library during the 3rd and 4th periods.

• The preferred languages are English and Hindi.

• Three winners will be selected from each activity and group.

This special week is an opportunity for students to showcase their creativity, reading skills, and love for books. Let’s come together to make Reading Promotion Week – 1 a grand success!

📖 Happy Reading!
— Library Blog Team

Know about Vultures

 Know about Vultures

Dear Students,

The below links are assembled to give you reliable information and facts on Vultures. Open the links and read:

🎀Wikipedia

🎀Encyclopaedia Britannica

🎀Seaworld.org

🎀National Geographic

🎀Bird life international

🎀All about Birds

🎀Wild life centre for Virginia

National Digital Library of India

 National Digital Library of India

The National Digital Library of India Website

National Digital Library of India (NDLI) is a virtual repository of learning resources which is not just a repository with search/browse facilities but provides a host of services for the learner community. It is sponsored and mentored by Ministry of Education, Government of India, through its National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT). Filtered and federated searching is employed to facilitate focused searching so that learners can find the right resource with least effort and in minimum time. NDLI provides user group-specific services such as Examination Preparatory for School and College students and job aspirants. Services for Researchers and general learners are also provided. NDLI is designed to hold content of any language and provides interface support for 10 most widely used Indian languages. It is built to provide support for all academic levels including researchers and life-long learners, all disciplines, all popular forms of access devices and differently-abled learners. It is designed to enable people to learn and prepare from best practices from all over the world and to facilitate researchers to perform inter-linked exploration from multiple sources. It is developed, operated and maintained from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. (Copied from official Website).

ज्ञानदीप के वाहक: डॉ. एस. आर. रंगनाथन

ज्ञानदीप के वाहक: डॉ. एस. आर. रंगनाथन 

नमस्कार,

आज मैं एक ऐसे महान व्यक्ति के बारे में आप सभी के समक्ष कुछ शब्द रखने जा रहा हूँ, जिन्होंने भारत ही नहीं, बल्कि पूरे विश्व में पुस्तकालय विज्ञान (Library Science) को एक नई पहचान दी — वे हैं डॉ. एस. आर. रंगनाथन, जिन्हें हम “भारतीय पुस्तकालय विज्ञान के जनक” के रूप में जानते हैं।.

परिचय और प्रारंभिक जीवन

डॉ. श्रीनिवास रामानुजन रंगनाथन का जन्म 9 अगस्त 1892 को तमिलनाडु के शियाल नगर में हुआ था। वे एक तमिल ब्राह्मण परिवार से थे और बचपन से ही अत्यंत प्रतिभाशाली थे। उन्होंने गणित विषय में स्नातक और फिर स्नातकोत्तर की पढ़ाई की। पहले वे एक कॉलेज में गणित के प्रोफेसर थे, लेकिन भाग्य ने उनके लिए कुछ और ही तय किया था।

🔷 पुस्तकालय विज्ञान में प्रवेश

साल 1924 में उन्हें मद्रास विश्वविद्यालय पुस्तकालय का पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष नियुक्त किया गया। यहीं से उनकी यात्रा शुरू हुई — एक गणितज्ञ से एक महान पुस्तकालय वैज्ञानिक बनने की।

उन्हें पुस्तकालय विज्ञान का औपचारिक प्रशिक्षण लंदन जाकर प्राप्त करने का अवसर मिला। वहाँ उन्होंने देखा कि कैसे पुस्तकालयों का बेहतर संचालन हो सकता है। भारत लौटने के बाद उन्होंने अपने ज्ञान और अनुभव का उपयोग करते हुए भारतीय पुस्तकालयों को नई दिशा दी।

🔶 डॉ. रंगनाथन के पांच सिद्धांत (Five Laws of Library Science)

डॉ. रंगनाथन का सबसे प्रसिद्ध योगदान है पुस्तकालय विज्ञान के पांच नियम, जिन्हें उन्होंने 1931 में प्रस्तुत किया:

1️⃣ पुस्तकें पाठकों के लिए हैं।

2️⃣ प्रत्येक पाठक के लिए उसकी पुस्तक।

3️⃣ प्रत्येक पुस्तक के लिए उसका पाठक।

4️⃣ पुस्तक का अधिकतम उपयोग करें।

5️⃣ पुस्तकालय एक जीवित प्राणी है।

इन सिद्धांतों का अर्थ यह है कि पुस्तकालय केवल पुस्तकों का भंडार नहीं है, बल्कि एक जीवंत संस्था है जो समाज को ज्ञान देने का कार्य करती है।

🔷 कोलन वर्गीकरण प्रणाली (Colon Classification)

डॉ. रंगनाथन ने 1933 में “कोलन क्लासिफिकेशन” नामक पुस्तक वर्गीकरण प्रणाली विकसित की। यह प्रणाली विषयों को एक वैज्ञानिक और तार्किक ढंग से वर्गीकृत करती है। आज भी यह प्रणाली विश्व के कई पुस्तकालयों में उपयोग की जाती है।

🔶 पुस्तकालय शिक्षा की नींव

उन्होंने भारत में पुस्तकालय विज्ञान की शिक्षा व्यवस्था की नींव रखी। उन्होंने लाइब्रेरी साइंस को केवल एक नौकरी न मानकर, इसे एक व्यवस्थित और विद्वतापूर्ण अनुशासन के रूप में विकसित किया।

वे भारतीय पुस्तकालय संघ (ILA) से भी जुड़े और उन्होंने लाइब्रेरी साइंस को स्कूल, कॉलेज और विश्वविद्यालय स्तर पर शामिल करने में अहम भूमिका निभाई।

🔷 सम्मान और पुरस्कार

उनके योगदान को देखते हुए उन्हें 1957 में ‘पद्मश्री’ से सम्मानित किया गया। भारत सरकार ने उनके कार्यों को अमूल्य माना और उन्हें देश का गौरव बताया।

आज भी उनके सम्मान में हर वर्ष 9 अगस्त को ‘राष्ट्रीय पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष दिवस’ मनाया जाता है।

🔶 उनकी कुछ प्रमुख पुस्तकें:

The Five Laws of Library Science

Colon Classification

Library Administration

Prolegomena to Library Classification

इन पुस्तकों ने ना केवल भारत, बल्कि विदेशों में भी पुस्तकालय विज्ञान को एक नई दिशा दी।

🔷 निधन और विरासत

27 सितंबर 1972 को डॉ. रंगनाथन का निधन हुआ। परंतु उनके विचार, उनके सिद्धांत, और उनका योगदान आज भी जीवित है। उनकी सोच ने लाखों पुस्तकालयों और करोड़ों पाठकों को प्रभावित किया।

🔶 निष्कर्ष

साथियों, डॉ. एस. आर. रंगनाथन का जीवन हमें यह सिखाता है कि ज्ञान का सबसे बड़ा मंदिर पुस्तकालय होता है, और पुस्तकालय को श्रेष्ठ बनाने वाला सबसे बड़ा व्यक्ति उसका एक समर्पित पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष।

उनकी दृष्टि थी — “पुस्तकें तभी सार्थक होती हैं जब वे पाठकों तक पहुँचें।”

आज जब हम इंटरनेट और डिजिटल युग में जी रहे हैं, तब भी उनके सिद्धांत उतने ही प्रासंगिक हैं जितने तब थे।

आइए, इस राष्ट्रीय पुस्तकालयाध्यक्ष दिवस पर हम यह संकल्प लें कि हम पुस्तकों को पढ़ने, साझा करने और संरक्षित करने की परंपरा को आगे बढ़ाएँगे।

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