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Indian Treasure-Trove Act Quiz

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What is the requirement when a treasure exceeding ten rupees is found according to the Indian Treasure-Trove Act, 1878?

Reporting the nature and amount of the treasure to the police station

Only informing the government about the approximate value of the treasure

Notice in writing of the nature, amount, place found, and date of finding to the Collector (correct)

Informing the local senior officials orally about the nature and amount of the treasure

What is the consequence of hiding a treasure found according to the Indian Treasure-Trove Act, 1878?

It may result in a warning from the local senior officials

It is considered a civil matter and may lead to a fine

It is not addressed in the Act

It is a punishable offence (correct)

What is the term “Treasure Trove” in the Indian Treasure-Trove Act, 1878?

A French word for Treasure found (correct)

A Greek expression for valuable discovery

An English phrase for discovered riches

A Latin term for hidden wealth

Who should be informed when a treasure is found according to the Indian Treasure-Trove Act, 1878?

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Indian Treasure-Trove Act, 1878

When a treasure exceeding ten rupees is found, it should be immediately reported to the district collector.
Hiding a found treasure is punishable by law, with imprisonment and/or a fine.
The term “Treasure Trove” refers to any money, jewelry, precious metals or other valuable objects of unknown ownership, hidden or buried for so long that the owner's identity is unknown.
Upon finding a treasure, the discoverer should immediately inform the nearest office of the district collector or the magistrate of the district.

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Test your knowledge of the Indian Treasure-Trove Act, 1878 with this quiz. Learn about the legal aspects of finding and reporting treasures in India, and understand the consequences of not following the law. Discover the significance of the term "Treasure Trove" and its implications.