Rare Book Treasure in Rajasthan: A 100-Year-Old Library Housing Over Two Lakh Books
मुख्य बातें
- •A prominent library in Rajasthan has completed 100 years
- •The library houses over two lakh rare books and manuscripts
- •The library was established in 1924 by Kishan Singh Pass
- •Its collections include ancient Sanskrit texts, Rajasthani books, and Mughal-era documents
A prominent library in Rajasthan has completed a century of its existence. Officials have revealed that the library houses over two lakh rare books, manuscripts, and historical documents. It has become a vital hub for literature enthusiasts, researchers, and historians. Currently, the library is referred to as the "Knowledge Repository."
The library was established in 1924 by renowned litterateur and freedom fighter Kishan Singh Pass. Built on his dreams, the library has since evolved into one of Rajasthan’s finest. Among its collections are ancient Sanskrit texts, books written in Rajasthani, and documents from the Mughal era.
According to officials, the library also preserves 18th-century medical texts, 19th-century Rajasthani poetry, and books published in the early 20th century. These works are digitized and made accessible to researchers worldwide, regardless of their location.
The library is currently managed by the Rajasthan government. Every year, thousands of researchers and students visit the library to pursue their studies. Alongside preserving rare books, the library authorities are working to make these treasures more accessible to a wider audience.
