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Library Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (Act. No. 24 of 1958).

Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (Act. No. 24 of 1958).

Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (Act. No. 24 of 1958).
An Act to provide for the preservation of ancient and historical monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance, for the regulation of archaeological excavations and for the protection of sculptures, carvings and other like objects.

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This Act provides for the preservation of ancient and historical monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance and for the regulation of archaeological activities in India.The Central Government will have the power to declare ancient monuments or archaeological sites, etc. to be of national importance. The Director General may, with the sanction of the Central Government, purchase, take lease or assume the guardianship of any protected monument, for its protection or preservation. The Central Government may also enter into a written agreement with the owner of any protected monument for its maintenance and preservation. In addition, the Central Government may impose restrictions on proprietary rights in protected areas or may acquire a protected area for public purposes.The Act further provides for: granting of licences for excavation activities in protected areas; powers of the Central Government to control the moving of antiquities; compulsory acquisition of antiquities for their preservation; compensation for loss or damage to land; penalties; etc.

Amended by: Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (Amendment and Validation) Ordinance, 2010 (Ordinance No. 1 of 2010). (2010-01-23)

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