Non-priced Publications


1.    A Hand book to the Records of the Government of India in the Imperial Record Department 1748-1859


This publication is outcome of the resolution of the Indian Historical Records Commission with the intention to enable a student of history to find out material in the Imperial Record Department on particular research.Download

 

2.    Indian Seals: Problems and Prospects


This publication is an outcome of a project of Cataloguing the Oriental Seals found on oriental documents in custody of National Archives of India. This publication is re-print of two articles Saga of India Seals and problems of Sigillography in India by Shri S. A. I. Tirmizi published in the Indian Archives. Download

 


3.    Index to the Land Revenue Records


This publication is outcome of the recommendation of the Indian Historical Records Commission in 1939 and two volumes on the land revenue records have been brought out. The earliest revenue records of the East India company were transferred to the Government of Bengal ,therefore, first volume provides consolidated index from 1830-37 while second volume covers the period of 1838- 1840.   

4.    Report of the Committee on Archival Legislation


This publication is a report of the committee appointed in 1959 under the chairmanship of Dr. Tara Chand, M.P. Rajya Sabha to advise the Government of India regarding the desirability of making a law applicable to the archives in India and to enquire into the working of National Archives of India. It deals with the issues e.g. the state of Public Records and problems relating to them, the problems relating to coordination of Archival work on an all India basis, the need and scope of law relating to Archives, the problems of private archives and various activities of National Archives of India. Download


5.    Archives and Records: What are they?


This publication is based on three articles with aim to introduce a layman on the subject of Archives and their administration. Download

6.    An Introduction to National Archives of India


This publication is a broucher on introduction to the National Archives of India. Download


7.    Our National Archives: A Glimpse


This publication was brought out on the completion of 93 years of Imperial Record Department which provides a glimpse of the activities of the National Archives of India. It was also brought out in Hindi. Download

8.    Pictorial Representation of National Archives of India


This publication is the pictorial album of various activities of National Archives of India with the compliments from Dr. B. A. Saletore, Director of Archives. Download


9.    Guide to Microfilms from Abroad


This publication is a hand book on Microfilms relating to India acquired from various foreign Archives/Institutions. Download

 

10.    Guide to Microfilms of Indian Collections


This publication is a catalogue of the microfilms of documents, manuscripts and printed matter in the custody of various individuals, private institutions and government agencies in various parts of India. Download   

11.    Collection of Private Papers in the National Archives of India


This publication is a handbook on Private Papers of the eminent personalities available in the National Archives of India. The brief description of the personality/collection, principal correspondent, inclusive years and subject discussed are highlighted in the publication. Download


12.    Sarojini Naidu - Some Facets of Her Personality


This publication was brought out on the occasion of a symposium organized on 101 anniversary of Sarojini Naidu in the department. The papers presented in the symposium have been included in this publication. Download

 

13.    A Hand Book of Records Managers


This publication deals with the guidelines on various aspects of the record management.Download


14.    Record Management in India-Some aspects


This publication was brought out on the occasion of a seminar on Record Management during the Archives week and the problems of Records Management have been discussed in the publication.Download

15.    Diplomatic of Sanskrit Copper Plate Grants


This publication is about the science of diplomatic which relates to the study of the various aspects of documentary heritage such as place and date of origin of document, patterns and structure of the text, phraseology, method of engrossing, validation, dating and conveyancing, etc. The definition of diplomatic, history of the science of diplomatic, engraving and nature of Sanskrit copper plates as well as structure of grants are also covered in the publication.Download


16.    Reprography - An Aid to Archives


This publication is a handbook on reprographic techniques relating to Archives.Download

17.    Abhilekho Ka Punarlekhan


This publication is a handbook on various aspects of reprography and first of ever publication in Hindi on the subject.Download   

18.    Micrographics for Archives and Libraries


This publication is the proceedings of the seminar on Micrographics organised in collaboration with the Genealogical Society of Utah in November 1988. Download


19.    Reprographics in Archives


This publication is a comprehensive information on microphotography and other reprographic techniques used by Archives, Libraries and allied institutions.Download

20.    Guidelines for Control and Precaution of Termite Infestation in Archives and Libraries


This publication is a handbook on Guidelines for Control and Precaution of Termite Infestation in Archives and Libraries.Download


21.    Guide to Restoration of Documents


This publication is a handbook on restoration of documents.Download

22.    Guidelines for Prevention, Detection and Control of fire in Archives and Libraries


This publication is a handbook on prevention, detection and control of fire in Archives and Libraries.Download


23.    Conservation of Traditional Records, Paper and Allied Materials


This publication is the proceedings of the International Seminar held in December 1985 under the joint auspices of the South and West Asian Regional Branch of the International Council on Archives (SWARBICA) and the National Archives of India. This publication includes the papers presented in the Seminar regarding the conservation problem faced by the Archives, causes of deterioration, restoration techniques and housing requirement. The use of microfilming as an aid for conserving the information contents of documents and manuscripts was also discussed.Download

24.    Elements of Records Management and Conservation


This publication is a handbook for various record creating agencies for proper management, appraisal, care and conservation of records under their control.Download   

25.    Pralekhon, Pandulipiyon tatha Dushpraya Pustakon ka Abhirakashan aur Pratisanskar


This publication is a handbook in Hindi on preservation of documents, manuscripts and rare books.Download


26.    Resolution of Indian Historical Records Commission


This publication is based on resolutions passed at various sessions of Indian Historical Records Commission and 3 Volumes have been brought out covering the periods. (1919-48), (1948-73) and (1975-82).

27.    Indian Historical Records Commission: Retrospect


This publication is a retrospect outlining significant achievements of the Indian Historical Records Commission brought in 2 volumes covering the period. (1919-48) and (1948-94).


28.    Indian Historical Records Commission: Sources on Indian History


This publication is in 3 volumes and a tribute to the scholarship and contributions of the personalities to the cause of Historical Research. It comprises of reprints of selected papers by leading scholars which had been presented at the earlier sessions of the commission.Download

29.    Index to Papers Read at the Indian Historical Records Commission Sessions


This is a catalogue of the authors as well as the subjects of the papers read at the various sessions of Indian Historical Records Commission Sessions and 4 volumes have been brought out, Vol. I (1920-56), Vol. II (1957-76), Vol. III (1977-92) and Vol. IV (1995-2003).


30.    National Committee of Archivists - Golden Jubilee Commemorative


The National Committee of Archivists is a professional forum which was set up in 1953. This publication was brought out to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of the committee. (1953-2003).Download

 

31.    Rampur Raza Library, Rampur: Manuscripts Collection


This publication is a catalogue of the selected manuscripts of Rampur Raza Library. These manuscripts in Arabic, Persian, Gujrati, Hindawi, Hindi, Pusto, Sanskrit, Turki and Urdu were microfilmed by National Archives of India and available in the department. Download

 

32.    The Indian Archives: A Classified List of Articles (1947-85)


This publication is compilation of the articles published in the Indian Archives. The title of the article, name of the author and reference number of the journal have also been included in the publication. the articles have been arranged in the groups with regard to the important aspects of the archival studies. Download

33.    Archives in India


This broucher was brought out to acquaint the scholars and public with the development of Archival organizations in our country and part played by them in preserving Archival Heritage for the posterity. The Hindi version was also published for the users. English Download Hindi Download


34.    Our Heritage


This broucher was a catalogue of significant documents available in the department. The Hindi version was also published. Download

35.    Patriotic Poetry Banned by the Raj


This publication is a catalogue of the poetry in vernacular languages which was banned by the British Raj and available in the department. Download


36.    Patriotic writings Banned by the Raj


This publication is a catalogue of the prose in vernacular languages which was banned by the British Raj and available in the department. Download

37.    Azadi Ke Tarane


This publication is based on patriotic poetry available in Urdu proscribed literature. The Hindi transliteration of the publication has also been published.   
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38.    Deshbhakti Ke Geet


This publication in Hindi is based on patriotic proscribed literature available in the department.Download


39.    Dharti ki Pukar


This publication in Hindi is based on patriotic proscribed literature available in the department.Download

40.    Azadi de Goonj


This publication in Gurmukhi is based on patriotic proscribed literature available in the department.Download


41.    Swatantra Suram


This publication in Telegu is based on patriotic proscribed literature available in the department.Download

42.    Amar Shaeed Ko Naman


This publication is based on special number of Abhudaya on Bhagat Singh published in 1930.Download

43.    Netaji: Samsayiak Sakshi


This publication is based on special number of Abhudaya on Subash Chandra Bose published in 1946.Download


44.    Swatantrata Sangram aur Hindi


This publication is based on the research papers presented in a National Symposium on Freedom Movement and Role of Hindi organized by the department on 27 July 2007.Download

45.    Annual Report of the National Archives of India


This publication is based on the annual activities of the department and it is being published since 1891 as Imperial Record Department. The change in the name occurred after the independence.

 

46.    A Quenquennial Review


This publication was prepared with the purpose to furnish an adequate account of both success as well as new horizon which beckon after the Independence. The activities of the department for the period 1948-52 have been included in this publication.

47.    Report of the Director General of Archives on the Implementation of Public Records Act 1993


This publication is the annual report on the action taken by the Records Officers. In pursuance of the Public Records Act 1993, 12 reports have so far been published since 1995.

48.    National Archives of India: A Hand Book on Information


This publication was brought out in pursuance of Right to Information Act 2005 with a view to provide information about the department on basis of guidelines issued by the Department of Personal and Training.


49.    Library of National Archives of India: An Introduction


This publication was brought out to provide an over view into the rich and varied collections in the library of the department for the benefit of the scholars and interested-users. Download