Library And Information Centers

Step 1: Identify the full name and function of each center in List-I.

Step 2: Match the functions to the descriptions in List-II.

Step 3: Form the correct combination. The correct matching is A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II.

Step 1: Find the establishment year for each documentation center.

Step 2: Place the centers in chronological order. The correct order of establishment is 1952, 1958, 1962, 1969.

Step 3: Match the years to the centers. The sequence is INSDOC (D), DESIDOC (A), DRTC (B), and NASSDOC (C). The correct order is (D), (A), (B), (C).

Step 1: Define INSDOC. INSDOC stands for the Indian National Scientific Documentation Centre. It was a premier organization in India for science and technology information.

Step 2: Recall its establishment details. INSDOC was established in 1952 by the Government of India with technical assistance from UNESCO. Its purpose was to provide documentation and information services to scientists and researchers in India.

Step 3: Note its merger. In 2002, INSDOC was merged with NISCOM (National Institute of Science Communication) to form NISCAIR (National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources).

Step 1: Find the establishment year for each documentation center.

Step 2: Place the centers in chronological order. The correct order of establishment is 1952, 1958, 1962, 1969.

Step 3: Match the years to the centers. The sequence is INSDOC (D), DESIDOC (A), DRTC (B), and NASSDOC (C). The correct order is (D), (A), (B), (C).