| Syllabus: GS-I, Subject: History-Art and Culture, Topic: Art and architecture, Issue: ASI |
Context: ASI intends to remove 18 monuments from its protected list as they are deemed “untraceable” and lack national importance.
Key Highlights:
- ASI has invoked the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 (AMASR Act) to delist the 18 monuments.
- Delisting of the monuments means the central agency won’t have any onus to protect them.
- Activities related to construction and urbanisation in the area can be carried out in a regular manner.
Prelims Connect: (Institutions in news)
| Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) ● Established in 1861 by Alexander Cunningham.
● Main objective is to maintain archaeological sites, ancient monuments, and national heritage remains. ● Headquarters: New Delhi ● Operates under the Union Ministry of Culture. ● Functions: ➢ Regulates all archaeological activities ➢ Oversees the implementation of the Antiquities and Art Treasure Act, 1972. |
