Theory of Archival Appraisal

The Theory of Archival Appraisal is a method used to decide which records or documents should be preserved in an archive. It involves evaluating the significance, reliability, and usefulness of materials based on their content, origin, and context. The goal is to identify documents that are valuable for understanding history, supporting research, or maintaining organizational memory, while discarding those that are repetitive, obsolete, or of little value. This process helps manage resources efficiently and ensures that archives contain meaningful, enduring records that serve future needs.