District Mineral Foundation (DMF) Flashcards
1
Q
DMF’s were instituted under which Act ?
A
Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act , 2018
2
Q
Are DMF’s profit based trusts ?
A
NO , these are non profit trusts which work for the benefit of persons and areas affected by mining related areas
3
Q
DMF’s operation comes under which Govt ?
A
State Govt
4
Q
Are DMF’s expected some contribution other than the royalty they pay ?
A
YES (but their contribution shouldnt exceed 1/3rd of royalty)
5
Q
Who prescribes the rate of their contribution ?
A
Central Govt
6
Q
What is the other major provision made under DMF’s ?
A
National Mineral Exploration Trust formation
7
Q
Under whose jurisdiction will National Mineral Exploration Trust function ?
A
Central Govt