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The Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972 (Soft Copy)
Commercial Law Publishers
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About this book
The bare text of the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972, the law regulating the preservation, trade and export of antiquities and art treasures in India. This edition is updated up to 2026 and carries the Rules made under the Act.
At a glance
| Act | Act 52 of 1972 |
| Updated up to | 2026 |
| Also includes | The Antiquities and Art Treasures Rules, 1973 |
| Format | Bare Act with short comments |
What's inside
- 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
- A flow chart of the Act for quick reference
Who should buy this
- Law students and AIBE aspirants studying heritage and cultural property law
- Advocates practising in intellectual property, art law and cultural heritage protection
- Museum professionals, archaeologists, art curators and government officers handling export control
Publisher's description
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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