Synopsis Development of Collections in the Libraries consists of useful and informative papers, substantially based on the research findings of reputed authorities in the field. Divided in two sections, section A of the book is devoted to the specialised topic of government publications and their collection, origin and purpose of government publications, collection development policies, history and development of government publishing and depository system. Section B contains problems related to acquisition viz. serial acquisition, blanket order system, microforms, future aspects of library acquisition in view of latest techniques introduced in the library and information profession. This volume will prove useful for advanced students of library and information science, teachers and scholars. The professional librarians and policy planners will also find the volume useful.