The Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act, 1948

[Act No. 53 of 19481]

[8th September, 1948.]

Contents
Sections	Particulars
Title	The Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act, 1948
1.	Short title, extent and commencement
2.	[Omitted.]
3.	Definitions
4.	No mining lease to be valid unless it is in accordance with this Act
5.	Power to make rules as respects mining leases
6.	Power to make rules as respects mineral oils development
6A.	Royalties in respect of mineral oils
7.	Power to make rules for modification of existing leases
8.	Delegation
9.	Penalties
10.	Laying of rules and notifications
11.	Power of inspection
12.	Relaxation of rules in special cases
13.	Act to be binding on the Government
14.	Protection of action taken in good faith
The Schedule	Rates of Royalty