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What term does Aaram Commerce Private Limited (ACPL) use to refer to its delivery personnel?
What term does Aaram Commerce Private Limited (ACPL) use to refer to its delivery personnel?
- Workers
- Riders
- Deliverers
- Champions (correct)
When was the Aaram-Karo delivery app launched?
When was the Aaram-Karo delivery app launched?
- 2019
- 2020 (correct)
- 2021
- 2022
What factor contributed to Aaram-Karo's popularity among urban consumers?
What factor contributed to Aaram-Karo's popularity among urban consumers?
- Advanced app features (correct)
- Celebrity endorsements
- Diverse product offerings
- Low delivery fees
Which of the following best describes Aaram-Karo's approach to its operations?
Which of the following best describes Aaram-Karo's approach to its operations?
What is a key demographic feature of the delivery personnel employed by Aaram-Karo?
What is a key demographic feature of the delivery personnel employed by Aaram-Karo?
What is the role of sophisticated algorithms in Aaram-Karo's operations?
What is the role of sophisticated algorithms in Aaram-Karo's operations?
What type of services does Aaram-Karo provide?
What type of services does Aaram-Karo provide?
What feature enhances the user experience for consumers using Aaram-Karo's app?
What feature enhances the user experience for consumers using Aaram-Karo's app?
What does ACPL's compensation structure primarily include for Champions?
What does ACPL's compensation structure primarily include for Champions?
How did ACPL's marketing strategy portray Champions?
How did ACPL's marketing strategy portray Champions?
What additional incentives were offered to Champions for family functions?
What additional incentives were offered to Champions for family functions?
What were NGOs and social organizations concerned about regarding ACPL?
What were NGOs and social organizations concerned about regarding ACPL?
Why did labor rights activists question the use of the term 'Champions'?
Why did labor rights activists question the use of the term 'Champions'?
What grievances did the group of Champions present to ACPL's management?
What grievances did the group of Champions present to ACPL's management?
What was one potential benefit Champions saw in ACPL's compensation model?
What was one potential benefit Champions saw in ACPL's compensation model?
Which aspect of ACPL's image was criticized despite their marketing narrative?
Which aspect of ACPL's image was criticized despite their marketing narrative?
What significant action did Mr. Shah Yad take in response to the challenges faced by Champions?
What significant action did Mr. Shah Yad take in response to the challenges faced by Champions?
What was the management's response to the formation of the 'Aaram Karo Sabha' union?
What was the management's response to the formation of the 'Aaram Karo Sabha' union?
What was the outcome of the Zoom meeting organized by CEO Dhanya Vad on June 12, 2024?
What was the outcome of the Zoom meeting organized by CEO Dhanya Vad on June 12, 2024?
How did the abrupt terminations affect the workforce and public perception of ACPL?
How did the abrupt terminations affect the workforce and public perception of ACPL?
What feelings did many Champions experience following the termination announcement?
What feelings did many Champions experience following the termination announcement?
Which of the following best describes the impact of social media on the situation following the terminations?
Which of the following best describes the impact of social media on the situation following the terminations?
What milestone did the formation of the 'Aaram Karo Sabha' trade union represent in the context of gig workers in India?
What milestone did the formation of the 'Aaram Karo Sabha' trade union represent in the context of gig workers in India?
What characterized the company’s treatment of the Champions before the terminations, as expressed by the Champions?
What characterized the company’s treatment of the Champions before the terminations, as expressed by the Champions?
What was the main consequence of the #BoycottAaramKaro trending?
What was the main consequence of the #BoycottAaramKaro trending?
Which organization condemned ACPL's actions following the incident?
Which organization condemned ACPL's actions following the incident?
What action did the Aaram Karo Sabha take in response to the terminations?
What action did the Aaram Karo Sabha take in response to the terminations?
What key issue was NOT mentioned in the Conciliation Officer's notice?
What key issue was NOT mentioned in the Conciliation Officer's notice?
What was Mr. Shah Yad's role in the situation?
What was Mr. Shah Yad's role in the situation?
What was the main goal for the teams and participants in the competition?
What was the main goal for the teams and participants in the competition?
What did the Conciliation Officer do in response to the union's claim?
What did the Conciliation Officer do in response to the union's claim?
What aspect of the gig economy was highlighted by the controversy?
What aspect of the gig economy was highlighted by the controversy?
Study Notes
Aaram-Karo Delivery App
- A delivery app service launched by Aaram Commerce Private Limited (ACPL) in January 2020.
- Headquartered in Bengaluru and led by CEO Ms. Dhanya Vad.
- Focuses on on-demand delivery services for various goods across urban centers.
- Highlights a focus on swift deliveries and utilizes a fleet of delivery bikes operated by "Champions" (delivery personnel).
- Employs advanced app features, including real-time order tracking and sophisticated algorithms for order allocation and route optimization.
- Champions are primarily young adults from low-income backgrounds who receive a fixed fee and performance-based bonuses.
Labor Concerns and Unionization
- Concerns over labor rights and treatment of Champions emerged despite the company's public image of valuing its workforce.
- NGOs voiced concerns about unfair compensation, working conditions, and job security.
- Criticism arose regarding the use of the term "Champions" as a strategy to avoid classifying delivery personnel as employees and providing labor protections.
- Champion Mr. Shah Yad led unionization efforts to address concerns over compensation, job security, overtime payments, and limited career growth opportunities.
- The "Aaram Karo Sabha" trade union was formed in response to ACPL's alleged threats of termination for unionization efforts.
Mass Terminations and Public Backlash
- In June 2024, CEO Dhanya Vad announced mass terminations of Champions through a virtual Zoom meeting, citing financial stress.
- The abrupt and impersonal nature of the terminations sparked public outrage, online boycotts, and negative media attention.
- The incident highlighted the vulnerabilities faced by gig workers in India and fueled debates regarding worker classification, minimum wage, and social security benefits in the digital economy.
Conciliation Efforts
- The Aaram Karo Sabha union, led by Shah Yad, organized a strike and sought legal recourse through the Conciliation Officer.
- The Conciliation Officer issued a notice to ACPL for a hearing, potentially leading to a landmark legal battle.
- Key issues for conciliation include wages and overtime payment, working hours, job security, layoffs, and grievance redressal mechanisms.
Role of Teams and Participants
- Competitors in the National Labour Law Conciliation Competition will represent either the management of Aaram Commerce Private Limited or the Aaram Karo Sabha Trade Union.
- The objective is to negotiate and reach a conciliation agreement that balances the rights and interests of both parties while adhering to Indian labor laws and considering the current economic climate.
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Explore the Aaram-Karo Delivery App launched by Aaram Commerce in 2020, featuring on-demand delivery services powered by a team of young delivery personnel known as 'Champions'. This quiz delves into the operational aspects of the app as well as the labor concerns raised about the conditions and treatment of these workers.
