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CJI: So, after 1923, it was necessary?

Sibal: 3. no two dates 1904 and 1958- Ancient Monuments Act Preservation Act- both dealing with ancient monuments- when 1904 Act came- the Act didnt' interfere- for instance, Jama Masjid- the gov can say it can preserve and therefore notify that it can be declared as ancient monument. No ownership was transferred