The Rampur Raza Library Act, 1975

Summary of the Rampur Raza Library Act, 1975

Objective

The Rampur Raza Library Act, 1975 was enacted to declare the Rampur Raza Library at Rampur as an institution of national importance and to provide for its proper administration, management, preservation, and development. The Act aims to conserve the Library's valuable collection of manuscripts, books, paintings, and other cultural and historical materials while promoting research and public access.

Key Provisions

• Institution of National Importance: Declares the Rampur Raza Library to be an institution of national importance.

• Establishment of the Board: Constitutes the Rampur Raza Library Board as a body corporate to administer and manage the Library.

• Functions and Powers of the Board: Empowers the Board to preserve, maintain, develop, and expand the Library's collections, facilitate research, and promote educational and cultural activities.

• Transfer of Property and Staff: Provides for the transfer of the Library's assets, liabilities, and existing employees to the Board.

• Finance and Audit: Provides for grants from the Central Government, creation of a Library Fund, maintenance of accounts, audit, and submission of annual reports.

• Government Supervision: Empowers the Central Government to issue directions to the Board and oversee the administration of the Library.

• Rule-making Power: Authorises the Central Government to make rules and the Board to frame regulations for carrying out the provisions of the Act.