The Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972

The Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972

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This edition of The Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972 (Act 52 of 1972), updated up to 2026, provides a complete and authentic text of the legislation governing the regulation, preservation, and export of antiquities and art treasures in India. Designed as a reliable reference for students, legal professionals, and cultural heritage practitioners, this edition presents the bare provisions of the Act along with the relevant subordinate legislation and visual aids for better understanding. It includes:
• The Antiquities and Art Treasures Rules, 1973
• A comprehensive flow chart for the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act for quick reference and easy access

The content covers key areas such as:
• Registration, ownership, and custody of antiquities and art treasures
• Licensing requirements for dealers in antiquities
• Regulation of export and trade to prevent illicit trafficking
• Powers of authorities and enforcement mechanisms
• Penalties and procedural safeguards

This 2026 edition is particularly useful for:
• Law students and AIBE aspirants studying heritage and cultural property laws
• Advocates and legal practitioners specializing in intellectual property, art law, and cultural heritage protection
• Museum professionals, archaeologists, and art curators dealing with antiquities regulation and compliance
• Government officers and institutions engaged in cultural preservation and export control

Published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., this Bare Act with short comments presents the statutory framework of the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972, ensuring clarity, precision, and ease of reference for both academic and professional use.

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