Conservation Methods — Key Changes

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (Amendment) Act	2010	This amendment strengthened penalties for violations, increased fines from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 1 lakh, and introduced imprisonment terms up to two years for serious offenses. It also clarified the definition of 'antiquity' and expanded ASI's powers to regulate construction activities in prohibited and regulated areas around protected monuments.	The amendment significantly enhanced ASI's enforcement capabilities and deterrent effect against heritage violations, leading to better protection of monuments and archaeological sites across India.