Record Management refers to the creation, control and disposal of records. In other words, it covers the lifecycle of records from their creation to final disposition.
The Assam State Archives is the nodal agency of the Government of Assam for implementation of the Public Records Act, 2002. As per the mandate of Assam Public Records Act 2002, the Assam State Archives is responsible not just for the safe custody of these records, but also for streamlining their management. This is to be done by laying down guidelines and standards for good management practices and facilitating transfer of all Government records of enduring value after the completion of 25 years.
Assam State Archives also provides technical support to all the State Government departments and other custodial institutions on all matters relating to the management, administration, preservation and disposal of records.