Five Laws of Library Science

The Five Laws of Library Science, proposed by S.R. Ranganathan, serve as guiding principles for effective library operation. They are: 1) Books are for use—ensuring accessibility and practicality. 2) Every reader their book—personalized service to meet individual needs. 3) Every book its reader—connecting each book with those who need it. 4) Save the time of the reader—organizing resources for quick retrieval. 5) The library is a growing organism—adapting and expanding with knowledge and user needs. These laws emphasize accessibility, user focus, organization, and adaptability in managing information resources.