Functions
The functions and responsibilities of Archaeological Survey of India are:
- Conducting archaeological explorations and excavations.
- Maintenance, conservation and preservation of protected monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance.
- Chemical preservation of monuments and antiquarian remains.
- Architectural survey of monuments.
- Epigraphical and numismatic studies.
- Setting up and re-organization of Site Museums.
- Training in Archaeology.
- Bringing out archaeological publications.
- Archaeological expeditions outside India.
- Horticulture operation in and around ancient monuments and sites.
- Implementation and regulation of - The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958 and The Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972.
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