FAQ
In which Year was the Archives Department established?
Archives Department was established in 1821.
Is there any Act /Rule for the Directorate of Archives, Maharashtra State
Yes, the following are the Act and Rules
- Maharashtra Public Record Act, 2005
- Maharashtra Public Record Rules, 2007
What is the mandate of Maharashtra Public Record Act, 2005
The act covers
- In relation to the State Government, any Department of Mantralaya or office of the State Government
- In local authority or any statutory body or corporation, wholly of substantially controlled or financed by the State Government or commission or any committee constituted by the State Government, the office of the said local authority, statutory body, corporation, commission or committee.
What are the Documents required by Indian National for access of the records?
The public records shall be made available for bona fide consultation and research purposes. A person intends to consult the public record shall apply to The Director, in Form-8. The Director may refuse such permission in the public interest.
What are the Documents required by Foreign National for access to the records?
Foreign National intending to consult the public records may be permitted only on the production of letters of introduction from their Sponsoring Institution and Diplomatic Mission.
How can I get certified copies of the documents.
Citizens can apply online through ‘Aaple Sarkar’ portal get certified copied of the documents.
What are the charges to get certified copied of the documents
Certified copies charges are Rupees 10 (Ten) per page.
At which locations are the Modi Script Training Programs conducted?
Modi Script Training Programs are conducted in each revenue division once in a year. Total of seven Modi Script Training Programs are conducted.
How do I come to know the exact location of the Modi Script Training Programs ?
A schedule of the Modi Script Training Programs is displayed on website www.mahaarchives.org
