The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
The Mines and Minerals Act, 1957 regulates the development and mining of minerals, and provides for the acquisition and leasing of mining rights in India.
Summary
The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 was enacted to regulate the mining sector in India and to promote the development of minerals. It provides for the acquisition and leasing of mining rights, and regulates the grant of licenses and leases. The Act also lays down the conditions for the exploration, development, and conservation of minerals, and the protection of the environment. The central government has the power to make rules for the implementation of the Act, and the state governments are responsible for enforcing the provisions of the Act within their respective territories. The Act has been amended several times to keep pace with changing circumstances and to ensure the sustainable development of minerals in India.
Table of Contents
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title, Extent And Commencement | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Declaration As To Expediency Of Union Control | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Definitions | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Prospecting Or Mining Operations To Be Under Licence Or Lease | Open |
| 5 | Section 4A: Termination Of Prospecting Licences Or Mining Leases | Open |
| 6 | Section 4B: Conditions For Efficiency In Production | Open |
| 7 | Section 5: Restrictions On The Grant Of Prospecting Licences Or Mining Leases | Open |
| 8 | Section 6: Maximum Area For Which A Prospecting Licence Or Mining Lease May Be Granted | Open |
| 9 | Section 7: Periods For Which Prospecting Licences May Be Granted Or Renewed | Open |
| 10 | Section 8: Periods For Which Mining Leases May Be Granted Or Renewed | Open |
| 11 | Section 8A: Period Of Grant Of A Mining Lease For Minerals Other Than Coal, Lignite And Atomic Minerals | Open |
| 12 | Section 8B: Provisions For Transfer Of Statutory Clearances | Open |
| 13 | Section 9: Royalties In Respect Of Mining Leases | Open |
| 14 | Section 9A: Dead Rent To Be Paid By The Lessee | Open |
| 15 | Section 9B: District Mineral Foundation | Open |