Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (Act. No. 24 of 1958). Country/Territory India Document type Legislation Date 1958 (1972) Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn 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. Subject Land & soil, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Cultural heritage Lease Liability/compensation Protected area Offences/penalties Management/conservation Authorization/permit Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia Abstract 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. Full text English Website asi.nic.in References - Legislation Amended by Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (Amendment and Validation) Ordinance, 2010 (Ordinance No. 1 of 2010). Legislation | India | 2010 Keyword: Cultural heritage, Protected area, Management/conservation, Authorization/permit, Institution Source: FAO, FAOLEX