Abstract
Dr. Shiyali Ramarita Ranganathan (1892-1972), who is often called “the father of library science in India,” made a great contribution to librarianship in India. His theory is greatly appreciated all over the world, and he stands as one of the most significant contributors to library science.
This article offers an outline of Dr. Ranganathan's life and describes his contribution to the library profession. The writer, relating to the context, gives some consideration to the significance of “The Five Laws of Library Science” with some facts illustrative of each law.
