Use of library resources and services of Punjabi University Patiala by the research scholars and post graduate students

Abstract

The article is based on a survey conducted to know the use of library resources and services at Punjabi University, Patiala. The study describes the users’ preferences about the print and electronic resources, made available through the University library. Moreover, the study also highlights the use of different library services. To complete this study 250 structured questionnaires were distributed to the research scholars and postgraduate students of Punjabi University, Patiala. The percentage method was used to analyze the collected data. The study indicates that most of the respondents (58%) visit the library daily, whereas (25%) respondents come to the library occasionally. A large number of users suggest that the library should organize information literacy programmes for the improvement of library resources and services.