AMASR Act

AMASR Act
Enacted by	Parliament of India
Status: In force

The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (or AMASR Act) is an act of parliament of the government 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 like objects. It was passed in 1958.

The Archaeological Survey of India functions under the provisions of this act.

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