Master Post: BLIE-229 – ICT in Libraries (Solved Assignment 2025)

Introduction

This post includes the complete solved assignment for BLIE-229: ICT in Libraries for IGNOU July 2025 / January 2026 session. All answers are provided in simple and easy-to-understand language. Click below to read each answer.

Section I – Long Answer Questions (500 Words Each)

1. Why do we need RFP? Enumerate essential components for the development of RFP.
2. Explain acquisition Workflow of Automated Acquisition subsystem.
3. What do you mean open source ILS? Compare open source and commercial ILSs.

Section II – Short Notes (200 Words Each)

4. Evolution of library automation
5. Authority control
6. NewGenLib
7. Principles of open source software
8. LAMP Architecture
9. Digital collections Vs Digital library
10. SOUL (Software for University Libraries) ILS
11. Live webcast
12. Features of DSpace
13. Greenstone user interface

Conclusion

All questions from the BLIE-229 ICT in Libraries TMA have been solved in a student-friendly manner. Use these answers to prepare your final assignment. Best wishes!