The Supreme Court has raised questions about whether the proposed library under the Centre's Central Vista project will have enough space for its existing book collection.
The Court noted that around 2 lakh books are stored in cartons at RK Puram in Delhi. The collection has remained unopened since 2011.
It also sought details about the existing library collection and the area proposed for the books in the new facility. The questions focus on whether the library's needs have been adequately considered in the planned infrastructure.
Space for books and other facilities
The Court asked ASG Aishwarya Bhati, who appeared for the Centre, whether the proposed building would leave sufficient room for the library and its books.
The query also covered the balance between the library and other planned facilities, including conference rooms. The Court's concern was whether these arrangements would provide adequate space to house the collection.
The proceedings therefore examined both the condition of the books currently held at RK Puram and the space available for them in the proposed facility.
What the Court sought
The Supreme Court sought clarity on:
- The existing library collection.
- The books stored in cartons at RK Puram.
- The space proposed for the collection in the new library.
- Whether conference rooms and other facilities would reduce the area available for the books.
The available details do not state a final decision on the proposed library arrangements. The Court's questions were directed at understanding how the existing collection would be accommodated.
Conclusion
The Supreme Court has questioned whether the Central Vista library plan provides adequate space for around 2 lakh books that have remained unopened in cartons at RK Puram since 2011.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What issue has the Supreme Court raised?
The Court has questioned whether the proposed Central Vista library will have enough space for the existing book collection.
Q. How many books are stored in cartons?
Around 2 lakh books are lying in cartons at RK Puram in Delhi.
Q. Since when have the books remained unopened?
The books have remained unopened since 2011.
Q. What information did the Court seek?
It sought clarity on the existing collection and the space proposed for the books in the new facility.
Q. Which other facilities were mentioned?
Conference rooms and other proposed facilities were mentioned during the Court's questions.
Q. Who appeared for the Centre?
ASG Aishwarya Bhati appeared for the Centre.
