Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 · Rules for regulating the grant of mineral concessions
Section 14: [Sections 5 to 13] not to apply to minor minerals
14. [Sections 5 to 13] not to apply to minor minerals.—-The provisions of [sections 5 to 13] (inclusive) shall not apply to [quarry leases, mining leases or other mineral concessions] in respect of minor minerals.
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