Monuments of National Importance

Recently, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) decided to delist 18 protected monuments as they have ceased to be of "national importance".

  • These monuments, including landmarks like the medieval highway milestone Kos Minar No.13 in Haryana, Barakhamba Cemetery in Delhi, and Telia Nala Buddhist ruins in Varanasi, are considered ‘untraceable’ as their precise locations or current conditions are unknown.
  • The decision follows the criteria outlined in the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958

So what does the “Delisting” of Monuments Mean?

  • The ASI, which works under the Union Ministry of Culture, is responsible for protecting and maintaining certain specific ....
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