Section 29

Delegation of powers.

The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958

Act 24 of 1958
Ministry of Culture

About this Act

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.

All sections

    The Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, direct that any powers conferred on it by or under this Act shall, subject to such conditions as may be specified in the direction, be exercisable also by--
         (a) such officer or authority subordinate to the Central Government, or
         (b) such State Government or such officer or authority subordinate to the State Government,
as may be specified in the direction.