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Synopsis Management Information System (MIS): A Modern Perspective is one of its unique kind and will prove itself to be a standard reference book on the subject. A brief introduction is provided herein about information, about information management and finally about the Management Information System (MIS). Essentials of a good management information system is given prime focus. Attention has also been given to modern information requirement as far as MIS in cotemporary era is concerned. Future information requirements in this respect are also highlighted. A detailed management perspective has been attempted to information system design, in particular. Other general perspectives on MIS ids also reflected upon. This book also addresses issues like record keeping, filing and development of MIS. A system dynamic approach has been suggested and the present and future requirements in this regard are mentioned. Place of MIS in the ICDS has been analysed. Attempts are also made to evolve an integrated framework for information resource management. Contemporary global information infrastructure has been analysed as far as freedom of information is concerned. The existing patterns of censorship at global level are covered in depth and methods have been suggested to incorporate possible changes to protect the Right to Information. Problems and prospects of the ‘New World Information Order’ and a ‘New World Communication Order’ are discusses. This book also contains detailed bibliography on he subject area so as to facilitate further research and enquiry on this subject.