The Jammu and Kashmir Shri Amarnathji Shrine Act, 2000
The Jammu and Kashmir Shri Amarnathji Shrine Act, 2000
This Act regulates the administration, management, and development of the holy Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine and its dedicated funds in Jammu and Kashmir. It applies to the official Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, led by the Lieutenant Governor, as well as shrine employees, visiting pilgrims, and traditional priests. The law matters because it consolidates the governance of this major historical Hindu pilgrimage site under public oversight, replacing old customs and private claims to temple offerings with a structured system of compensation and employment. This ensures that pilgrims receive improved security, medical assistance, proper accommodation, and streamlined facilities during their journey.
- 1. Short title and commencement.
- 2. Act to over-ride other laws.
- 3. Definitions
- 4. The Board.
- 5. Incorporation.
- 6. Term of office of the Members.
- 7. Disqualifications for mem-bership of Board.
- 8. Dissolution and supper session of the Board.
- 9. Filling of vacancies.
- 10. Resignation
- 11. Removal of a Member.
- 12. Office and meetings of the Board.
- 13. Appointment of officers and servants of the Board.
- 14. Liability of Members.
- 15. Alienation of moveable property.
- 16. Duties of the Board.
- 17. Bar to suits or proceedings.
- 18. Board Funds.
- 19. Rights of Purohits and other persons.
- 20. Audit and Annual Report.
- 21. Power to make bye-laws.
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