E-Resources Use Through Library Consortia in Indian Initiatives: A Study

Abstract

The consortia-based subscription to e-resources is a valuable solution for increasing the access to electronic resources across institutions at a lower rate of subscription. Consortia are all about sharing resources and improving access to information these resources are shared among libraries that have common missions, goals and clients. The following study focuses on the use of e- resources through library consortia in Indian initiatives, it also explains the definition, advantages and types of e- resources and consortia.