Question : HISTORICAL MONUMENTS IN BAD CONDITION



(a) whether the number of historical monuments are in bad condition in the country ;

(b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and

(c) the steps taken by the Government in this regard ?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM AND CULTURE (SMT. AMBIKA SONI)

(a) No, Sir. Conservation of monuments is a continuous process and the notified ancient monuments of national importance under the control of Archaeological Survey of India are protected and conserved as per the requirements of individual monument.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) The Archaeological Survey of India undertakes structural repairs, conservation, preservation and environment development of the protected monuments depending upon the requirements and availability of the resources.