Tag: history
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Introduction to the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970
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Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 (CLRA Act) is a central Indian legislation enacted on September 5, 1970, and effective from February 10, 1971. It was introduced to regulate the employment of contract labour in certain establishments, prevent their exploitation, and provide for the abolition of…
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Introduction to the Mines Act, 1952
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Introduction to the Mines Act, 1952 The Mines Act, 1952 is a comprehensive Indian legislation aimed at regulating the mining industry, ensuring the safety, health, and welfare of workers employed in mines. It consolidates and amends previous laws, including the Indian Mines Act, 1923, and came into force on July 1, 1952. The Act applies…
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Introduction to the Plantation Labour Act, 1951
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Introduction to the Plantation Labour Act, 1951 The Plantation Labour Act, 1951 (PLA) is a key Indian labour law enacted to regulate working conditions, provide welfare measures, and ensure the health and safety of workers in plantations. It was introduced to address issues like poor living conditions, lack of medical facilities, and inadequate welfare in…
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Study Material on the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972
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Comprehensive Study Material on the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 is a significant piece of Indian labor legislation designed to provide financial security to employees upon the termination of their employment. It mandates the payment of gratuity as a form of recognition for long-term service. This study material is…
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Introduction to Labour Laws in India
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Introduction to Labour Laws in India for competitive exams Labour laws in India form a critical framework that governs the relationship between employers, employees, and the state, aiming to protect workers’ rights, ensure fair treatment, promote industrial harmony, and facilitate economic growth. These laws are influenced by the Indian Constitution, particularly Articles 14 (equality before…
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Minimum Wages Act, 1948 for competitive exams
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Introduction to the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 (Act No. 11 of 1948) is a landmark piece of labor legislation in India, enacted on March 15, 1948. It was introduced to protect workers in unorganized sectors from exploitation by ensuring they receive a minimum level of remuneration for their labor. The…
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Factories Act, 1948
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Factories Act, 1948: Comprehensive Study Material The Factories Act, 1948 is a pivotal piece of legislation in India aimed at regulating labor conditions in factories to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of workers. Enacted on September 23, 1948, and effective from April 1, 1949, it consolidates and amends previous laws related to factory labor.…
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Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
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Comprehensive Study Material: Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 (OSH Code) is a landmark legislation in India that consolidates and amends 13 previous labor laws related to occupational safety, health, and working conditions. It replaces acts such as the Factories Act, 1948; Mines Act,…
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Code on Wages, 2019
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Comprehensive Study Material on the Code on Wages, 2019 Introduction The Code on Wages, 2019 (CoW 2019) is a landmark legislation in India’s labour reform agenda, enacted on August 8, 2019, to consolidate and amend four existing central laws: the Payment of Wages Act, 1936; the Minimum Wages Act, 1948; the Payment of Bonus Act,…
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Industrial Relations Code, 2020
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Comprehensive Study Material on the Industrial Relations Code, 2020 Introduction The Industrial Relations Code, 2020 (IRC 2020) is a pivotal piece of legislation in India’s labour law reforms, enacted as part of a broader initiative to consolidate and modernize outdated labour laws. Introduced in Parliament on September 19, 2020, and passed amidst significant debate, it…
