(1) The Archivist shall be responsible for—
(a) Proper arrangement, maintenance and preservation of ancient and historical records under his charge;
(b) Periodical review of all historical records;
(c) Appraisal of historical records with a view to retaining historical records of permanent value;
(d) Destruction of historical records in such manner and subject to such conditions as may be prescribed under sub-section (1) of section 8;
(e) Compilation of a schedule of retention for historical records;
(f) Adoption of such standards, procedures and techniques as may be recommended from time to time by the Director for improvement of manuscript management system and maintenance of security of historical records;
(g) Compilation of annual indices of ancient and historical records;
(h) Assisting the Director for management and conservation of all ancient and historical records;
(i) Submission of annual report to the Director in such manner as may be prescribed;
(2) The Archivist shall act under the direction of the Director while discharging the responsibilities specified in subsection (1).