Implementation of Pandeglang Regency Government Policy on the Crisis of Preservation of Slate Cultural Heritage Sites in Lebak Village, Munjul District

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Pandeglang Regency Government’s policy in addressing the preservation crisis of the Batu Tulis Cultural Heritage Site located in Lebak Village, Munjul District. The Batu Tulis Inscription, a relic of the 6th-century Tarumanegara Kingdom, holds significant historical value for Banten’s cultural identity. Although officially designated as a National Cultural Heritage Site under the Decree of the Minister of Education and Culture No. 204/M/2016, its preservation faces numerous challenges, including limited funding, weak inter-agency coordination, low local government commitment, and minimal community participation. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings reveal that the implementation of preservation policies remains ineffective due to weak communication among institutions, insufficient human and financial resources, and the absence of local regulations specifically governing cultural heritage management. Community participation remains individual and unstructured. Strengthening institutional coordination, establishing local regulations, and enhancing public awareness are essential to ensure the sustainable preservation of the Batu Tulis Site as part of local cultural development.