S.R. Ranganathan

S.R. Ranganathan was an influential Indian librarian and mathematician who is considered the father of modern library science. He developed a system called the "Colon Classification," which organizes books by subjects using a structured coding method. Ranganathan also introduced the "Five Laws of Library Science," emphasizing that libraries serve users efficiently, books should be organized systematically, and libraries must adapt to changing needs. His work revolutionized library organization, making information more accessible and manageable worldwide.