Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Priya is an archaeologist who wants to conduct an excavation in an archaeological site. She hopes to find artefacts that will help with her research. You inform her that she needs a permit from the government before she can start the excavation. Out of curiosity, she asks you which law mandates the procurement of a license. What will be your answer to Priya?

• A. Treasure Trove Act, 1876
• B. Antiquities and Art Treasures Act of 1972
• C. Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1958
• D. Wildlife Protection Act,1972

Answer 1

The correct option is C Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1958

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1958. This Act suggests the preservation of antique artistic work, religious places, historical monuments, and archaeological sites. For this purpose, the Act says that no person or agency can conduct any archaeological excavation without prior permission from the government.