Heritage Law
/ˈhɛrɪtɪdʒ lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of laws and regulations governing the protection, preservation, and management of cultural heritage, including monuments, artifacts, and sites of historical or archaeological significance.
Heritage law ensures that ancient monuments are preserved for future generations.
Forms
- heritage laws
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Commentary
Heritage law is interdisciplinary, often overlapping with property and cultural resource laws, requiring specific attention to the protection of tangible and intangible cultural assets.
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