Conflicting Overlaps Between the Public and Private Realms Within the Heritage Precincts in India

Abstract

Significant changes in the architectural character of traditional buildings have led to various issues of difference in imageability. Thus there is difficulty in identifying the specific characteristic of heritage values of the past context. Lack of appropriate guidelines and poor awareness of the importance of heritage among property owners and authorities has led to unplanned development/growth, spoiling the overall ambience of the place. The socio-legal perspective is also a very crucial aspect that researchers often study in isolation. However, the contextual interpretation of the law often defines and defends socio-cultural boundaries. Hence, understating legal viewpoints in such a situation can aid in the informed decision-making process.