Option 1

Library is the physical building or a room with the collection of books and
resources accessible to a defined community. It consists of books and resources
on diverse genres and subjects. Libraries are important for healthy development
of society. Libraries provide valuable services to meet the needs of the people.
Libraries also benefit the economy of our nation as people use them for research
purposes and to improve their job skills.

Library is a storehouse of books. It also provides various other sources of

information for reading in its premises as well as borrowing for home. The
collection of library can include books, manuscripts, magazines, periodicals,
videos, audios, DVDs and various other formats. Wide range of books are stored
in a library and well organized in book shelves.

It is not possible for an individual to have such a wide collection of books at

home. One can get access to diverse genres of books and other resources in
library. It shuns the need to buy expensive books and resources. If there were no
libraries many students who love to read would have been deprived of reading
mostly due to financial difficulties.

Library is an important part of every educational institute such as schools,

colleges and universities. Such a library is open for students of the particular
institute it forms a part of. It contains a wide range of resources vital for the
students.

Libraries attract people to read and develop habit of reading and learning. It
increases their thirst for reading and expands knowledge. Library is also essential
for any kind of research on different subjects.

Thus, libraries are important for research, information, knowledge and pleasure of
reading. Libraries provide perfect environment to enjoy read peacefully.
 Option 2

Library is a place where there is huge collection of books and various other
resources that are made accessible for reading and reference purpose. People of
every age group can find resources such as books, magazines, periodicals, audios,
videos and materials in other formats as per their reading interests and tastes.

Uses of Libraries
Library provides access to various books, materials, resources and digital media
for research, information and knowledge. Libraries also provide services such as
assistance in finding books of one’s interest which can be done with the help of
librarians. Besides, they provide space and environment to facilitate individual or
group studies and collaboration. Libraries are extending their services by
providing access to digital means and services by librarians in navigating and
assisting with various resources of information. Libraries are becoming a center
where people can engage in learning, enjoy reading and explore their interest in
different subjects.

Importance of Libraries
Libraries play a vital role in encouraging and promoting the process of learning
and gaining knowledge. People who love reading can have access to a wide
range of books and resources. Libraries provide educational resources to
everyone. Reading improves social skills, knowledge, mental health, academic
performance and offers numerous other benefits. Library is a common platform
for people with diverse reading interests and capacities. People get an
opportunity to learn and progress as per their interests and capabilities. Library is
the best place to spend leisure time wisely that leads to the overall development
and well-being of an individual.

Conclusion
Thus, libraries are important and have different uses for different individuals.
Libraries cultivate reading habits and promote progress of knowledge. Library is a
perfect place to indulge in the pleasure of reading and for researching.
Nowadays, librarians provide complete assistance and guidance with researching
and navigating information.
 Option 3

Libraries are buildings filled with stacks of books and resources. Modern day
libraries also consist of electronic resources. Libraries offer wealth of knowledge,
resources, space and environment to discover the world of books and enjoy
studying or just reading for pleasure. The benefits of libraries are countless as
they play a vital role in helping people by providing access to information,
knowledge and entertainment resources. However, they do have a downside too.
Here we have discussed few pros and cons of libraries:

Pros of Libraries
 Virtual libraries provide immediate access to wide range of books and resources.
Libraries provide materials in all formats such as books, periodicals, magazines,
videos, audios and digital media. The resources are customized and tailored to
meet the needs of learners’ community. The wide range of resources meets the
need of diverse users with diverse needs.

 Whether in educational or public library people benefit from the assistance of

librarians and staff members. There is head librarian in every library and a team of
professional staff who helps people with queries and recommend books as per
their interest.

 Libraries are always catalogued by trained staff. They are catalogued to meet the
needs of the community. The catalogue is also entered and stored in computers
so that it becomes easy for the users to search.

 Libraries have positive impact on the development of our society. They open a
world of books and resources of information and knowledge to people for free.

Cons of Libraries
 Libraries require lot of staff and real estate to house various books and resources.
It becomes really expensive to maintain libraries and the library staff. Since they
are not seen as crucial, they are likely to bear budget cuts.

 Since a wide range of books and resources are to be maintained and updated in
old libraries the useful resources may be limited due the time it takes to update.
So, the libraries may not sometimes have access to the current information.

 Some limited edition books and journals from centuries ago may not be available
in every library. People looking for such resources must visit traditional libraries
for the same.

Conclusion
Some argue that there is technology to read online and do research so what is
the need to visit library. Yet libraries have served the communities since centuries
by providing original and quality resources. People who have the habit of visiting
and using libraries understand the value and importance of libraries. In addition
to it, there are people who love reading but cannot afford to buy many books
and resources. They can get easy access to valuable resources in libraries.
 Otion 4

School library is the library within the school where students, teachers and other
staff members have access to books and other resources. The purpose of school
library is to ensure equitable access to books, resources and information
technology to all the members of the school. Over the history libraries have
played essential role in imparting knowledge. They develop social, educational
and cultural growth of the students.

School libraries are different from other public and private libraries as they mainly
support and extend school curriculum. School libraries support students’ learning
and have positive impact on students’ academic achievements. Teachers and
students need library resources and services for knowledge and success. School
library supports both teachers and students and is vital for teaching and learning
process.

Benefits of School Library for Students

 School library supports students by providing various study materials and
encouraging them to read. School library is an important source of knowledge for
the students. Reading frequently in libraries improves vocabulary and develops
reading and writing skills of the students.

 Students get access to wide range of books and resources essential for reference,
knowledge, learning and entertainment. They can choose from diverse books as
per their own interest and learning purpose.

 School libraries encourage students for independent learning and help them
explore their interests.

 Libraries are essential for the educational and personal development of the
students. It impacts positively on the academic performance and achievements of
the students.
 Besides assisting teachers in research and supporting the students in their
studies, libraries help in developing reading habits and provide information and
knowledge to enrich learning experience. Libraries encourage fiction reading that
helps students develop habit of reading for pleasure and enhances students’
intellectual, cultural, artistic and emotional growth.

 Library is an appropriate place for the students to study and research without any
disturbance. It also provides the perfect environment for students to read for
pleasure. Reading is important for the overall growth and mental development of
the students.

 Books can be borrowed for further reading to get in depth knowledge on

subjects of interest or simply to enjoy reading. There are general knowledge
books that students can read to develop their mind. Reading is a good habit that
boosts confidence in students.

 Students can take reference from the books and resources to complete their
school projects and assignments. They can refer books to make notes for learning
and to prepare for exams.

Conclusion
The purpose of school libraries is to support students in learning process. Not
only students but libraries also facilitate teachers with access to relevant sources
and information for reference and research. Library staff collaborates with
teachers to plan, implement and evaluate study programs that will ensure
students acquire necessary skills to compete and progress in this fast paced
world. Libraries are important part of every educational institute as they provide
the right support to students and teachers. Education and library go hand in
hand and are inseparable. Library is the essential leap in the development of
literacy provided to students in classrooms.
 Option 5

Library is the collection of books and sources of information made accessible to

people for borrowing or reference purpose. The collection of libraries can include
books, magazines, newspapers, films, audios, DVDs, maps, manuscripts, e-books
and various other formats. Library is organized and maintained by individual,
institution or public body. Public and institutional libraries provide their collection
of resources and services to people who need material they cannot otherwise
have access to. Those who require help for their research can seek the same from
the librarian.

A personal library is the one owned by an individual with adequate means. Such
libraries are created as per the knowledge and interest of person. Public library is
open for all to cater to the interest and taste of all people and contains books on
diverse subjects. An institutional library refers to a library that belongs to an
institution such as school, college, university or a club, etc. Such library is open to
the members of community and caters to their needs and interest.

Uses of Libraries
 Libraries play a vital role in imparting knowledge. Libraries help in learning and
expansion of knowledge. It develops the habit of reading and boosts the thirst
for more and more knowledge. It adds to what an individual has already learnt
and leads to his personal growth and development in life.

 Libraries are especially essential for people who cannot afford costly books and
resources for reading and acquiring information. They are the ones who truly
understand the value and importance of library.

 Libraries do not only provide resources but also offer service by professional
librarians who are experts at searching, organizing and interpreting information
needs.

 Libraries provide virtual space for individual and group studies. They also
facilitate access to digital resources and internet.
 Modern libraries are extending services by providing material accessible by
digital media. Librarians provide assistance in navigating and analysing large
amount of information through digital resources.

 Library is the place with absolute silence where one can concentrate on reading.
Even though it is open for all people the basic rule for all those who enter the
library is to read peacefully and maintain silence.

 People who love reading create their own private libraries. Such ambiance at
home has a positive impact on the members of the family. It helps in developing
reading habit in children and contributes to their growth and development. It
broadens the outlook of the people.

Uses of School Libraries

 Education and libraries go hand in hand. Libraries create and provide flexible
learning space and environment. School library is essential to support teaching
and learning process.

 It facilitates the work of teachers by providing access to various curriculum

resources and information. It equips students with skills vital to succeed in this
competitive world. It encourages students to read quality fiction to develop the
habit of reading for pleasure and enhances social, cultural, artistic and emotional
growth.

 School libraries and the study programs incorporated by librarians, teachers and
administrators cater to the educational growth and development of the students.

 School libraries have a positive impact on the students’ academic performance.

The students with access to well supported libraries with professional services
perform and score better regardless of their socio-economic status.

Conclusion
Any kind of library is an asset to our community. It is the leap in advancement of
knowledge and well-being of a person. Reading is always the good habit. Visiting
the library and reading can be the best way to spend leisure time and to learn
something new. Libraries play important role in progress and development of the
society. Thus, library is a valuable resource for the society.