Manu Law College, Nichlaul, Maharajganj (UP)

About the Library

Manu Law College Library serves as the academic heart of the college, spanning a dedicated area of 38 by 26 feet. It offers a tranquil and resource-rich environment, professionally managed to support students and faculty through an extensive collection of law textbooks, reference materials, reports, journals, and digital resources.

The library remains open from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM on working days and provides access to premium legal research databases such as Manupatra and Lexis Nexis for comprehensive national and international law resources.

Facilities

• Spacious Reading Hall
• Reprographic and Scanning Services
• Access to Syllabi and Previous Question Papers
• Open Access Reference Section
• High-speed Internet and Wi-Fi Connectivity
• Earn While You Learn Program
• Extensive Collection of Bound Volumes
• Research Cell / Innovation Cell

Research and Publications

The library actively supports academic publishing, with contributions to the college magazine and newspapers that encourage legal research and scholarship among students and staff.

Important Links

• Bar Council of India (BCI)
• Law Finder
• University Grants Commission (UGC)
• High Courts
• Supreme Court of India

Open Access Resources

• Law Commission of India
• National Human Rights Commission
• Directory of Open Access Books

Library Collections

The library holds a rich collection of 3,546 books including leading legal periodicals and journals. Key collections include:

E-Library Facilities

The college provides digital access to leading legal databases, including online subscriptions to A.I.R., Manupatra, and Lexis Nexis. These resources facilitate efficient and comprehensive legal research.

Library Staff & Administration

The library is administered and supported by a dedicated team committed to efficient operations and user support:

• Dr. Akhileshwar Rai – Principal
• Dr. Rudresh Kumar – Vice Principal
• Mr. Manish Kumar Chaudhary – Cashier
• Miss Akriti Modanwal – Librarian
• Mr. Mahesh Kumar Patel – Assistant Librarian

Library Sections

• Circulation Section: Manages borrowing and lending of library materials to members.
• Periodicals Section: Houses magazines, journals, and newspapers.
• Reference Section: Contains encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, and handbooks; separate shelving for quick assistance.
• Stock Section: Covers books and non-book materials including multimedia.
• Computer Section: Located on ground floor, managing servers, scanners, printers, and digital systems.
• E-Library: Digital access to e-books, e-journals, theses, reports, and legal databases.

Library Services & Membership

Membership enrollment is open to faculty and staff who can borrow books with specific loan durations:

Borrowed books can be renewed if not reserved by others. Late returns incur fines. Journals and loose issues are for reference and photocopying only.

Library Resources - Statistics up to August 2025