What is the period and tenure for which a ‘reconnaissance permit’ is granted?
• RP for any mineral or prescribed group of associated minerals is granted for a maximum period of three years and for a maximum area of 5,000 square kilometer, to be relinquished progressively. • After two years, the area should be reduced to 1,000 square kilometer or 50% of the area granted, whichever is less. • At the end of three years, area held under a RP should be reduced to 25 square kilometer • RP cannot be renewed.
