Public library manifesto-1994. Development of public libraries in India. Sources of public library finance. Planned financing of public libraries. Conclusion and suggestions.
Finance plays a crucial role in all developmental activities of an organisation.
Public libraries being spending organisations do not earn revenue for its services rendered. Therefore, public libraries need constant financial support both from the government and non-government agencies to provide its services smoothly and effectively. A perinnial source of finance also strengthens the system to perform in an efficient manner.