Indian Treasure-Trove Act Quiz
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What is the purpose of the Indian Treasure-Trove Act?

  • To auction off discovered treasures for government revenue
  • To provide financial rewards to treasure finders
  • To avoid conflicts between the owner, the finder, and the claimant of the treasure (correct)
  • To encourage treasure hunting for historical preservation
  • What is the responsibility of the Collector upon receiving a notice about a discovered treasure?

  • Publicize a notification specifying details of the found treasure and the names of claimants (correct)
  • Hand over the treasure to the local government authorities
  • Immediately auction off the treasure to the highest bidder
  • Keep the discovery confidential to avoid public interest
  • What is the timeframe for the claimants to appear before the Collector after the notice is published?

  • Within one month from the date of the notice
  • There is no specific timeframe mentioned
  • After one year from the date of the notice
  • Between four to six months from the date of the notice (correct)
  • What does the Indian Treasure-Trove Act aim to prevent in terms of the use of discovered treasures?

    <p>Fraudulent use or for the benefit of specific individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the special committee or authority established under the Indian Treasure-Trove Act?

    <p>To oversee matters related to discovered treasures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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