Ranganathan (S.R. Ranganathan)

S.R. Ranganathan was a pioneering librarian and information scientist from India, best known for developing the fundamental principles of library classification systems. He created the Colon Classification, a systematic way to organize books and information so they can be easily found and retrieved. His work established key concepts like facets (categories), which help in classifying complex subjects. Ranganathan's ideas transformed library science by making information more accessible, efficient, and organized, influencing library practices worldwide. His contributions remain foundational to modern library and information management.