Development of Documentation in India: Social Science Information

Social Science research in India got great impetus after independence as a result of the socio-economic development process. Many research institutions were set up; the most important has been the Indian Council of Social Science Research, established in 1969. This book aims at discussing in great detail the information needs of social scientists engaged in research in India in the context of the resources required by them. The book has seven theme sections, encompassing 19 chapters, each touching a specific activity in the field of documentation and information. This is an indispensable handy book for the professionals, social scientists, technocrats and indeed to a wide spectrum of populace in India and abroad.