Lawmann's Mines and Minerals Laws Legal Manual Act Rules Regulations & Guidelines Latest 2025 Original Lawmann

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1. Acts and Regulations:

• The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (MMDR Act):

  • Scope and objectives of the Act
  • General restrictions on mining rights
  • Licensing and lease of minerals
  • Provisions related to minor and major minerals
  • Penalties for violations

• The Mines Act, 1952:

  • Health, safety, and welfare of miners
  • Working hours and employment conditions
  • Provisions regarding inspections and penalties
  • Regulation of accidents and occupational hazards

• The Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015:

  • Allocation of coal mines
  • Provisions for government and private enterprises
  • Rehabilitation and development of affected areas

• The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986:

  • Environmental clearances for mining projects
  • Standards for environmental safety
  • Penalties for environmental violations

• Forest Conservation Act, 1980:

  • Mining operations in forest areas
  • Permissions for forest land diversion
  • Compensatory afforestation and other conditions

• The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974:

  • Mining impact on water resources
  • Regulations on water pollution and wastewater management

• The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981:

  • Control of air pollution from mining activities
  • Emission standards and compliance requirements

2. Rules and Guidelines:

• Mineral Concession Rules, 1960:

  • Procedures for granting leases and licenses
  • Responsibilities and obligations of lessees
  • Conditions for renewal and transfer of leases

• Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 2017:

  • Conservation of mineral resources
  • Sustainable development frameworks
  • Reporting obligations and penalties for non-compliance

• Mining Leases and Prospecting Rules:

  • Procedures for granting mining leases
  • Requirements for prospecting licenses
  • Obligations during the exploration phase