About the Library

Jitendra Chauhan College Law Library, was established with the generous assistance of stalwart professors in the subject domain. The library houses a collection of over 11,000 plus volumes in print and much more collection than this available online and digital environment.

JCCL's library is the heart of the institution. It has a collection of books, periodicals and legal databases. Periodicals include national and international law reports. The library is well- furnished, centrally air- conditioned, Wi-Fi enabled with a seating capacity of 100 students and stack of 13, 650 books.

The Library Committee

Committee reviews and recommends policies for the Library, with particular attention to the collection budget and to the distribution of resources as per curriculum and research needs  academic divisions and units. The Library Committee provides a channel of communication between the Library and the faculty, staff, and students, while also assisting in the assessment and promotion of the Library’s alignment with the needs of the College community.

The Library Committee includes faculty members who represent curriculum requirements and students as a users of library. The principal of the college serves as chair of the committee.

No.      Name                                       Designation                  Status

1          Dr. Priya Shah                           I/c Principal                  Convener

2          Dr. Sharmila Ghuge                  Asso Professor             Member

3          Mrs. Sushma Mhaske                 Assistant professor       Member

4          Mr. Hemant Shetye                    I/c Librarian                      Member Secretary

A library committee is actively involved in meeting the following set of Goals and Objectives. Policy is as follows

1. Strategic Planning:
   • Goal: Develop a long-term vision for the library’s role within the institution.
   • Objectives: Identify key priorities, set measurable goals, and establish strategies to achieve them.
2. Budget Management:
3. Goal: Ensure effective allocation and utilization of financial resources.
4. Objectives: Review and recommend budget allocations, prioritize expenditures, and monitor financial performance.
5. Goal: Build and maintain a diverse, relevant, and up-to-date collection.
6. Objectives: Establish selection criteria, assess user needs, and guide the acquisition and removal of library materials.
7. Goal: Leverage technology to enhance library services and accessibility.
8. Objectives: Evaluate emerging technologies, recommend their adoption, and oversee their integration into library operations.
9. Goal: Foster a dynamic and user-friendly library environment.
10. Objectives: Develop and support programs, events, and outreach initiatives that engage and meet the needs of library users.
11. Goal: Establish clear and effective library policies.
12. Objectives: Regularly review and update policies related to collection management, user conduct, and other operational aspects.
13. Goal: Enhance the visibility and support for the library within the institution.
14. Objectives: Advocate for library needs, collaborate with other departments, and cultivate external partnerships.
15. Goal: Ensure the continuous improvement of library services.
16. Objectives: Implement regular assessments, analyze user feedback, and initiate improvements based on evaluation results.
17. Goal: Establish and implement effective emergency response plans.
18. Objectives: Develop protocols for disaster recovery, security measures, and safety procedures.
19. Goal: Promote an inclusive and diverse library environment.
20. Objectives: Advocate for diverse collections, assess and address accessibility concerns, and support culturally sensitive programming.
21. Collection Development:
22. Technology Integration:
23. User Engagement:
24. Policy Development:
25. Advocacy and Collaboration:
26. Assessment and Improvement:
27. Emergency Preparedness:
28. Inclusivity and Diversity:

LIBRARY SERVICES AND FACILITIES:

1. Reference books: Includes law reports such as All India Reporter (1914 onwards), All England Law Reporter (1836 onwards), Canadian Bar Review, Halsbury's Law of England (4th Edition), Current Legal Problem, AIR Manual (4th, 5th, 6theditions), Warren's Forms and Precedents, A History of English Law, The Encyclopedia of Forms and Precedents.
2. Subject reference books: Includes a comprehensive collection of books on Contract, Juris- prudence, Constitution, ADR, Company Law, International Law, Family Law etc.
3. Circulation Section: Textbooks and general books for subject knowledge and rapid reading.
4. WebOPAC:
5. Web based catalogues have been facilitated to assist the students and research scholars in locating information in their areas of research. For interdisciplinary research consortium access to varies databases is available by SVKM management in varied subject domain like management, Information Technology, Engineering, Pharmacy, Architecture to name a few among others with remote access.  
6. Orientation programme are  also organised for new students to help them to get acquaint themselves with the library system and services and for enabling maximum utilisation of the available resources. Any queries regarding the collections, usage of search tools and resources can be directed to the librarian by reaching out to following link or by visiting the library.

Digital Environment

7. WebOPAC 

Search, Find and Manage your books easily and swiftly with the OPAC - Online Public Access Catalog. It is web based Catalogue or database that stores information about various materials such as books, authors, genres, journals, and other resources that are available in a library or a group of libraries under SVKM and NMIMS management in all campuses

This online catalogue serves as an exhaustive bibliography of the library's holdings, which is accessible to the library users. Search for any item in the library's collection easily with the help of the library's software. The search results are displayed in an intuitive and user-friendly format, facilitating the quick and easy location of print as well as digital material.

http://library.svkm.ac.in/

• The Search feature is exhaustive. The catalogue follows international standards .
• It is 24 ×7   time accessible via Internet/Intranet
• It is possible to search independently by Keyword, Title, Author, Subject, ISBN, Series, and Call Number etc.
• The  status  of  any  book  may  be  known  as  Check  Out, Item Available  for  Loan, Not  for  Loan No.  of  copies are available  for  loan,  Reserve/reference  items,  current location, Brows Shelf etc.
• User  can  easily  checked  the  items  borrowed  from  the library  on  his/her  name,  due  date,  fine  etc.  via  Web-OPAC account log-in

8. Remote Access to Databases

Library users can access all these resources through the open source remote access platform at:

https://svkm.mapmyaccess.com

For detailed instructions on using these resources or if you encounter any issues, reach out to your institution’s librarian for assistance. Library team can help you navigate and make the most of these resources.

          Interdisciplinary Study Databases

Your institution provides access to a variety of interdisciplinary databases through a single platform. Here are some key resources:

1. Economic and Political Weekly – A premier source for research on economic and political matters.
2. e-Brary – Offers a comprehensive collection of over 100,000 scholarly e-books from more than 435 publishers, focusing on diverse subjects, particularly business and social sciences.
3. ProQuest –
4. Includes an extensive range of academic resources, such as dissertations, journals, and more.
5. JSTOR – Provides access to academic journals, books, and primary sources across multiple disciplines.

9.  Legal Databases:

6. Manupatra – A thorough resource for Indian legal materials, including court judgments, statutes, and legal commentaries.
7. Westlaw Asia – Features regional and international legal content, ideal for comparative law studies and business-related legal research.
8. Hein Online – Contains a vast collection of legal history, periodicals, government documents, and U.S. legal materials.
9. LiveLaw – A legal news portal offering updates on court decisions, legal news, articles, and career resources for law students.

E-Books

10. E-Brary – Access to over 100,000 scholarly e-books covering various academic and professional topics.
11. Pearson E-Books – A selection of 4,000 e-books provided by Pearson Library available to your institution.

10.  Open Access ;

         It provides open access to all library users. They can browse, read the any references in the reference section. It 

        helps users to make full use of the resources available in the library.

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11. Wi-Fi Facility
    The entire library is Wi-Fi enabled; members can use their configuration laptops to access electronic resources subscribed by the library.

12. Research Assistance

During the library orientation programme at the start of every year, we guide new students on searching library material – cases, articles, legislations, etc. This involves a guided tour of the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), and the subscribed online databases for aiding their research activities. We also provide database training and offer research advice for students and faculty. Besides familiarising new students to all library resources and services, we also plan to provide a demonstration of electronic resources and services available to students.

13. Technical Support

With the help of IT support staff, we offer technical support in solving issues related to computing, access to wireless network, Remote Access, email accounts, printing, lab and workstation computers, software installation and support, exam software support, basic virus and malware removal.

OTHER SERVICES :
 

1. Circulation Services for home lending
2. Reference and Bibliographic Services
3. Mapmyaccess platform for Remote access to the Multi-disciplinary Databases
4. New Arrivals for Books and Journals
5. Inter-Library Loan
6. Union Catalogue of SVKM and NMIMS libraries
7. External Membership
8. Photocopy services available by an outsourced vendor on campus for library users.

Please note:

9. The librarian may refuse to photocopy a material which in his opinion, is in a fragile condition, or if photocopying cannot be done without damaging the book.
10. To avoid violation of the Copyright Law, only 10% of the book may be photocopied.
11. The same rates are applicable for both printing and photocopying services. The current rates are:
    A4 size (Photocopying) – Rs. 1/- per exposure (One side)
    A4 size (Printing) – Rs 5/- per page. (One side)

KRC Corner for Disabled Persons

Three terminals are particularly available for database reference as well as for disabled person with special equipment  Separate computer centre with 50  terminals is available for wide reference study.

General Rules for Library

1. Students are required to carry their student ID Card for entry and use of the library.
2. This card must be used only by the student in whose name it is issued.
3. Entry in the Entrance Register is mandatory in order to maintain library statistics for better services.
4. The library maintains WebOPAC, and books and information will be provided on details sourced from the OPAC.
5. Consumption of food and beverages (with the exception of bottled water) and use of personal audio equipment is not permitted in the library. Photography, filming, videotaping and audio-taping in the library also not permitted.
6. Users are required to comply with Copyright Regulations as displayed by the photocopiers
7. 10. Users are responsible for material borrowed on their cards and will be required to pay for any damage to, or loss of, material borrowed at replacement cost, in addition to an administrative charge.
8. The library is also monitored by Closed Circuit Cameras.
9. Any loss of Reading Ticket by a student must be reported to the Librarian. A fresh ticket can be requisitioned on payment of Rs.50/-.
10. There will be overdue charges of Re.3/- per day for General Section books, and Rs.50/- per day for a Reference Section books. All items are subject to recall, if another library user requires them.
11. The library computers are not for non-academic use.
12. Any violation of library rules will result in strict disciplinary action. Kindly cooperate with the library staff for serving you in a better way.
    Students are advised not to leave their valuables at the Circulation Desk or in the Reading Hall.
13. The library is not responsible in case of damage to or theft of personal property.
14. The use of mobile phones in the library is prohibited. Phones should be either switched-off or set on silent mode. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in a fine and/or expulsion from the library.

Reference and Study Room Section Rules

1. Books in the Reference Section such as dictionaries, encyclopedias, reports, periodicals, university handbook, question papers etc., will be issued to a student against their identity card only for reference purposes in the Library.

2. These must be returned fifteen minutes prior to the closing hours of the library.

3. the books thus issued, must not on any account be taken out of the Library hall, failing which a fine of Rs. 50/- or more will be charged in such cases.

4. Current periodicals as well as past numbers and bound volumes of periodicals will be available only for reference in the Library.

5. On return of borrowed books to the library students should ensure that they reclaim and verify their identity cards.

Seminar Room and KRC with Digital Environment

For Mooting competitions as well as to  fulfil the needs of legal research, our institute has made licensed databases available through exclusive IP Access. The Electronic Research Section is situated in the library and in the computer room, which are equipped with computers that can be used by students representing college at various inter-collegiate competitions.