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M.L.I.S. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2011.
INFORMATION PROCESSING AND RETRIEVAL Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer any FIVE questions in about 200 words each.
All questions carry equal marks.
1. Explain any two models of information transfer.
2. Explain the concept of vocabulary control.
3. Discuss briefly relational indexing.
4. Explain the structure of ISBD.
5. Discuss the importance of standardization.
6. Explain standard subdivision in DDC.
7. Give an account on main entry of AACR II.
8. Write a brief note on chain indexing.
PART B — (4 ? 15 = 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR in about 400 words each.
All questions carry equal marks.
9. Write a note on modes of formation of subjects.
10. Bringout the salient features of MARC.
11. Examine different types of keyword indexing systems with examples.
12. How do you construct a thesaurus for a science information system? Explain the steps.
13. Describe the components of IRS.
14. Enumerate the various physical forms of catalogue with examples.
15. Write in detail the structure of PRECIS.