The National library was established after almost 46 years of independence. Over a short span of 7 years the library has acquired following collections through purchases, copyright deposits, gifts, exchanges, and donations: -
Purchased/Gifts/Donation:
Books / Periodicals Volumes 140,000
Microfiche 48,000
Copyright Deposits:
Books 62,000
Newspapers 321
Magazines/Journals (per month) 1124
Rare Books and Manuscripts:
Manuscripts 580
Rare Books 10,000
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