The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (AMASR) Act is a legislation in India that aims to preserve and protect the country's rich heritage and cultural assets.
It was enacted in 1958 and is one of the most important laws for the protection of archaeology in India.
The AMASR Act protects a wide range of archaeological sites and remains,
Ancient monuments: This includes any structure, building, cave, sculpture, inscription, or monolith that is over 100 years old and has historical, archaeological, or artistic significance.
Archaeological sites: This includes any area where there is evidence of past human activity, such as settlements, burial grounds, and trade routes.
Remains: This includes any object or fragment of an object that has archaeological significance, such as pottery, coins, and tools.
The AMASR Act protects archaeological sites and remains in a number of ways,
Identifying and declaring protected areas: The Archaeological Survey of India is responsible for identifying and declaring protected areas around archaeological sites and remains.
These protected areas are typically 100 meters in radius, but they can be larger or smaller depending on the specific site.
Regulating construction and development: Construction and development activities are prohibited within protected areas without the permission of the ASI. This helps to prevent damage to archaeological sites and remains.
Excavation and exploration: The ASI has the exclusive right to excavate and explore archaeological sites and remains.
This helps to ensure that these sites are excavated in a scientific and responsible manner.
Acquisition of land: The ASI can acquire land that is important for the protection of archaeological sites and remains.
Chattar Manzil
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Kazmain buildings
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The minister was later converted to Shia faith after his journey to Imam Kazim's and Mohammed Taqui's tombs in Khorasan, Iran.
Rumi Darwaza
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Bada Imambara
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Built by Asaf-ud-Daula, Nawab of Awadh, in 1784.
Bara means big.
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This imambara is the second largest after the Nizamat Imambara.
Chota Imambara
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It took 54 years to finalize it.
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