If the Central Government is of opinion that a protected area contains an ancient monument or antiquities of national interest and value, it may direct the State Government to acquire such area, or any part thereof, and the State Government may thereupon acquire such area or part under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894 (1 of 1894), as for a public purpose.]
Section 20C: Power to acquire a protected area.
The Ancient Monuments Preservation Act, 1904Central Act · Act 7 of 1904
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Ancient Monuments Preservation Act, 1904 |
|---|---|
| Section | 20C |
| Marginal note | Power to acquire a protected area. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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