The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (or AMASR Act) is an
act of the Parliament of India that provides 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 similar objects. It was passed in 1958.
The
Archaeological Survey of India
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is an Indian government agency that is responsible for archaeological research and the conservation and preservation of cultural historical monuments in the country. It was founded in 1861 by Alexander ...
functions under the provisions of this act.
The rules stipulate that the area within 100 metres of a monument is a prohibited area. In addition, the area within 200 meters of the monument is a regulated area. Any repair or modifications of buildings in this area requires prior permission.
In 2023 the culture minister of India suggested that amendments to the act could soon be expected.
See also
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Ancient Monuments Preservation Act 1904
The Ancient Monuments Preservation Act, 1904 was passed on 18 March, 1904 by British India
The provinces of India, earlier presidencies of British India and still earlier, presidency towns, were the administrative divisions of British governa ...
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List of acts of the Parliament of India
This is a chronological and complete list of acts passed before 1861, by the Imperial Legislative Council between 1861 and 1947, the Constituent Assembly of India between 1947 and 1949, the Provisional Parliament between 1949 and 1952, and the ...
References
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Acts of the Parliament of India 1958