The ARUNACHAL PRADESH HERITAGE ACT, 2015
arunachal-pradesh · 2015
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- S. 1Short title, extent and commencement :- (1) This Act may be called the Arunachal Pradesh Heritage Act, 2015
- S. 2Definitions :- In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires- (a) "Act" means the Arunachal Heritage Act, 2015
- S. 3Section 3 establishes the Arunachal Pradesh Heritage Authority to oversee heritage-related powers and functions under the Act.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the powers and functions of the Arunachal Pradesh Heritage Authority to conserve, protect, and administer heritage sites.
- S. 5Section 5 appoints officers and staff by the State Government to assist the Authority in heritage conservation plans.
- S. 6Procedure for Declaration of Heritage Sites, etc
- S. 7Section allows the State Government to acquire heritage sites for maintenance via official notification.
- S. 8Section 8 empowers the Authority to issue temporary orders to halt property alterations if deemed to have heritage or environmental value for up to 120 days.
- S. 9Section 9 outlines the preparation, approval, and sanction of heritage conservation plans for heritage sites in Arunachal Pradesh.
- S. 10Section 10 regulates development and maintenance of heritage sites in Arunachal Pradesh, requiring prior permission from the Authority for any changes.
- S. 11Section 11 regulates industrial activities near heritage sites in environmentally sensitive areas, prohibiting harmful developments and requiring public consultation.
- S. 12Section 12 establishes a heritage fund for maintaining and improving heritage sites and buildings, with grants and donations to support conservation activities.
- S. 13Section 13 allows the State Government to dissolve the Authority if its purpose is achieved, transferring its assets and liabilities to the government.
- S. 14Section 14 imposes penalties for violating the Arunachal Pradesh Heritage Act, including fines and imprisonment, and prohibits further construction on damaged heritage sites.
- S. 15The Arunachal Pradesh Heritage Act allows the State Authority to compound certain offenses, except those related to non-compliance with its notices, orders, or requisitions.
- S. 16Section 16 protects individuals from legal action for good faith actions taken under the Arunachal Pradesh Heritage Act.
- S. 17Section 17 empowers the State Government to make rules and regulations for implementing the Act, including heritage site protection and qualifications for Authority appointments.
- S. 18Section 18 mandates the government to lay rules and regulations before the State Legislature and allows the State Government to address difficulties by making necessary orders.