Vesara Style — Key Changes

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
N/A (Act itself)	1958	The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (AMASR Act) was enacted to provide for the preservation of ancient and historical monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance. It defines 'ancient monument' and 'archaeological site' and empowers the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to declare, protect, and maintain such sites, including Vesara temples.	Established the foundational legal framework for heritage protection in India, bringing sites like Vesara temples under central government protection and management, preventing destruction, and regulating activities around them.
Amendment Act	2010	The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2010, introduced significant changes, including the concept of 'prohibited areas' (100 meters around a protected monument) and 'regulated areas' (200 meters beyond the prohibited area) where construction activities are restricted or require permission.	Strengthened the protective measures around ancient monuments, including Vesara temples, by imposing stricter controls on construction and development activities in their vicinity, aiming to prevent encroachment and preserve their sanctity and visual integrity. This directly impacts urban planning around sites like Belur and Halebidu.