Ministry of Mines
The Goa, Daman and Diu Mining Concessions (Abolition and Declaration as Mining Leases) Act, 1987, is a specific legislation that abolishes mining concessions granted under the former Portuguese Mining Laws in the Union Territory of Goa, Daman and Diu. It declares these concessions as mining leases under the Mines and Minerals (Regulation and Development) Act, 1957, aiming to regulate mining operations and promote mineral development under the control of the Union. The Act seeks to bring uniformity and address issues arising from historical concessions.
1: Act Background and ministry under which this act is:
The Goa, Daman and Diu Mining Concessions (Abolition and Declaration as Mining Leases) Act, 1987, was enacted to abolish mining concessions granted under the former Portuguese Mining Laws in the Union Territory of Goa, Daman, and Diu. This act falls under the purview of the Ministry of Mines, Government of India. It aims to regulate mining operations and promote mineral development.
2: Enactment date, number of chapters, number of sections:
The Act was enacted on 23rd May 1987. It is divided into five chapters and has 22 sections, along with two schedules.
3: Act Governed By:
The Act is primarily governed by the Central Government, which has the authority to appoint a Commissioner of Payments and oversee the implementation of the Act. The Ministry of Mines plays a key role in overseeing the enforcement of the Act. The Act aims to bring mining activities in the region under the purview of the Mines and Minerals (Regulation and Development) Act, 1957.
4: On Whom it is applicable:
This Act applies to all mining concession holders in the Union Territory of Goa, Daman, and Diu who were granted concessions under the former Portuguese Mining Laws. It also applies to the Central Government, the Commissioner of Payments, and any authority involved in the process of abolishing the concessions and declaring them as mining leases.
5: Penalties/Punishments:
The Act prescribes penalties for various offenses, including:
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Contravention of the provisions of the Act.
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Failure to comply with the provisions of the act.
Penalties include imprisonment and/or monetary fines. The Act also provides for the prosecution of companies and individuals involved in such offenses.
6: Important Pointers:
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The Act abolishes mining concessions granted under the former Portuguese Mining Laws.
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It declares these concessions as mining leases under the Mines and Minerals (Regulation and Development) Act, 1957.
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It establishes a Commissioner of Payments to disburse amounts to concession holders.
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The Act provides for the payment of interest on the amounts due to concession holders.
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It aims to bring mining activities in the region under the control of the Union.
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The Act includes provisions for dispute resolution and the protection of actions taken in good faith.
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It seeks to ensure that mining operations are carried out in a regulated and sustainable manner.
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