Surveys current cataloging practices in Indian libraries and discusses standardization in cataloging, types of catalogs, cataloging codes (Anglo-American and Ranganathan), subject headings, descriptive cataloging, and standardization efforts (international, United States, USSR, Great Britain, India). Footnotes are included. (EJS)

Thailand faces three major problems in bibliographical control and service: an inhibiting and restrictive Printing Law, lack of library cooperation and little financial support. (SJ)

The evolution and current operation of the National Library of Australia are described. Included is information on the library's collections (book, film, and pictorial), union catalogs, bibliographical services, publications, technical processes, and special services. Comments on Australian interests and activities in foreign countries are also…

Profiles the Center for Development Studies, University College of Swansea (United Kingdom), to illustrate general points to consider when housing a specialized collection. Discussion covers purpose, types of material, subject matter, classification system, shelf arrangement, and catalog. A list of subject headings and Research Center Record File…