Section 33
Special provision regarding fine.
The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958
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.
Notwithstanding anything contained in section 32 of the
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 (5 of 1898), it shall be lawful for any magistrate of the first class
specially empowered by the State Government in this behalf and for any presidency magistrate to pass
a sentence of fine exceeding two thousand rupees on any person convicted of an offence which under
this Act is punishable with fine exceeding two thousand rupees.