S. R. Ranganathan

Mathematician and librarian known for facet analysis

S. R. Ranganathan - Mathematician and librarian known for facet analysis
Born

1892
133 years ago

Died

September 27th, 1972
52 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

India

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A mathematician and librarian advanced the field of library science through innovative classification methods. Developed the Colon Classification system, which became a major contribution to organizing library resources. Served as a professor of library science, promoting the importance of systematic organization in libraries. Published several works that shaped modern library science principles and practices.

Developed the Colon Classification system

Promoted modern library science principles

Published significant works on information organization

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