The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958

he Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 is an important legal publication dealing with the protection, preservation, conservation, and regulation of ancient monuments, archaeological sites, and historical remains in India. This updated edition contains the complete text of the Act along with the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Rules, 1959, heritage bye-law regulations, Archaeological Survey of India guidelines, and related notifications. The book provides legal clarity on protected monuments, prohibited and regulated areas, excavation permissions, heritage conservation mechanisms, and administrative functions under Indian heritage laws.

Key Features

• Complete text of The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958
• Includes Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Rules, 1959
• Covers Framing of Heritage Bye-laws and Other Functions of the Competent Authority Rules, 2011
• Includes Archaeological Survey of India guidelines and notifications
• Contains introduction, short notes, and comments for practical understanding
• Includes landmark judgments and recent case laws
• Useful for heritage law interpretation, academic study, and professional reference
• Updated 2026 edition with important legal materials

This publication is highly beneficial for law students, advocates, judiciary aspirants, archaeology professionals, heritage conservation authorities, urban planning professionals, government departments, researchers, academicians, and institutions dealing with monument preservation and cultural heritage regulation. It is also valuable for legal practitioners handling matters related to protected monuments, heritage property disputes, environmental compliance, and archaeological governance in India.