Section 15: And division thereupon.

The Indian Treasure-trove Act, 1878Central Act · Act 6 of 1878

If any such suit is instituted and the plaintiff's claim is finally established therein, the Collector shall, subject to the provisions of section 12, divide the treasure between him and the finder.

If no such suit is instituted as aforesaid, or if the claims of the plaintiffs in all such suits are finally rejected, the Collector shall deliver the treasure to the finder.

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Act	The Indian Treasure-trove Act, 1878
Section	15
Marginal note	And division thereupon.
Jurisdiction	Central
Status	In force as published by the source

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