The Indian Treasure-trove Act, 1878

Section 14. Settlement of such dispute

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

14. Settlement of such dispute. Any person who has so appeared and claimed may, within one month from the date of such order, institute a suit in the Civil Court to obtain a decree declaring his right; and in every such suit the finder of the treasure and all persons disputing such claim before the Collector shall be made defendants.

Source: India Code