Mention the phases of the records life cycle.

1. Creation
2. Maintenance and use
3. Disposition
4. Preservation

Phases of the Records Life Cycle:

- Creation: The origination or capture of information in any form, including paper, electronic, or audio-visual.
- Capture: The process of gathering and storing information from primary sources to create records.
- Classification: Identifying and categorizing records based on their content, value, and disposition.
- Management: Organizing and maintaining records to ensure accessibility, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Use: Utilizing records for conducting business activities, making decisions, and fulfilling legal and regulatory requirements.
- Disposition: Determining the appropriate retention period for records and then disposing of them securely or archiving them permanently.
- Archiving: Preserving records with enduring historical or research value for future generations.