The Institutional Repository Of The Indian Law Institute: A Tool For Legal Research And Knowledge Management

Purpose: This paper looks at the Institutional Repository (IR) of the Indian Law Institute (ILI) and its role in supporting legal research and knowledge management. In the digital era, IRs are important for preserving academic work, improving open access, and building the reputation of institutions. The study reviews the ILI’s methods of digital archiving, the kinds of materials it holds, and how it connects with wider trends in legal scholarship. It also stresses the value of the repository in research, knowledge sharing, and long-term preservation. In addition, the paper aims to make legal professionals, research scholars, and legal information professionals aware of such repositories and encourage greater use of the legal knowledge they provide.

Methodology: The study is based on a qualitative analysis of information that is publicly available. Sources include the Indian Law Institute’s official website, its digital archives, and other related documents. Data were gathered by closely reviewing the library’s webpage and carefully examining the contents of the institutional repository. This approach helped in understanding the range of resources available and the way they are organized and managed within the repository.

Findings: The ILI repository is a well-structured digital archive supporting legal research and knowledge management. It contains a wide variety of resources, including law reports, journals, government reports, rare documents, conference proceedings, and the Tagore Law Lecture series. The repository is based on an open-source platform, making it accessible and flexible. It increases the visibility of the institute’s work, preserves important legal knowledge, and serves as a reliable resource for students, researchers, and legal professionals. Some areas, such as restricted access to rare materials and reliance on traditional deposit practices, highlight opportunities for improvement.

Originality: This study provides a detailed, focused analysis of the ILI repository, highlighting its unique contribution to legal research and scholarly knowledge management.