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Enumerate and explain different data formats of MARC-21.

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Data format of MARC 21

(i) Bibliographic Data Format: contains format for encoding data elements needed to describe, retrieve and control various forms of bibliographic materials

(ii) Holding Data Format: control format specification for encoding data elements pertinent to holding and location data for all forms of materials.

(iii) Authority Data Format: contains format specification for encoding data elements that identify and control the content related to authority control.

(iv) Classification Data Format: contains format specification for encoding data elements related to classification number and caption associated with.

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