The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 · IV — MISCELLANEOUS

Section 21. Exploration Obligation

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

21. Exploration Obligation— The holder of a Composite Licence shall complete detailed exploration and prepare a detailed feasibility study report confirming to the Guidelines issued by the Director, Geology over the entire area under the mining lease, within a period of Three years from the date of commencement of such mining lease. By order of Governor of Jharkhand Sunil Kumar Barnwal, Secretary of Government. SCHEDULE I Terms and conditions of eligibility [See rules 6(1) and 6(2)]

Source: India Code