Synopsis Colon Classification (CC) is a system of library classification developed by Dr. S.R. Ranganathan. It was the first ever faceted (or analytico-synthetic) classification. In an analytico synthetic) classification. In an analytico synthetic classification, subjects are divided into facets aspects) and class numbers are synthesized from the classifications. It name “Colon Classification” comes from the use of colons to separate facets in class numbers. It is especially used in libraries in India. The present book tread a new path in presenting Colon Classification to the reader community. It expounds with ample illustrations the fundamental concepts, applications and the intricacies involved in CC. As a comprehensive work, it aims to be helpful to the advanced student as well as to the beginner in understanding the theory and practice of CC.