Information Literacy in Ayurveda Education: The Role of College Libraries in Kolhapur.

Abstract

This study focuses on the growth of Ayurveda and the growing role of college libraries in enhancing information literacy among students in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. As more Ayurveda institutions are being established, the demand for educational resources is increasing. Using 04 colleges affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik. The research examines how Ayurvedic college libraries help students develop information literacy skills. A mixed methods approach was used to collect data through surveys and interviews, in which 64 questionnaires were distributed and 52 were responded. The findings revealed that college libraries are important in promoting information literacy, students frequently visit for books and study materials, statistical analysis was done using the proportion test formula in MS Excel. It also assesses the support of digital resources and librarians. This study highlights the importance of college libraries in academic activities and suggests areas for improvement in digital engagement.