Employees’ Provident Funds Act, 1952

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What is the definition of 'appropriate Government' as per the Act?

  • The Central Government for establishments belonging to controlled industries.
  • The State Government for all establishments.
  • The Central Provident Fund Commissioner for establishments under the control of the Central Government.
  • The State Government for establishments other than those connected with specific industries. (correct)

What is excluded from the definition of 'basic wages'?

  • Commission received by the employee based on performance.
  • Overtime allowance received by the employee.
  • Dearness allowance paid to an employee.
  • Present given by the employer to the employee. (correct)

What industry is classified as a 'controlled industry'?

  • Any industry where a rise in the cost of living impacts the employees.
  • Any industry under the control of the State Government.
  • Any industry declared by a Central Act to be important for national security. (correct)
  • Any industry involving mining activities.

Who is considered an 'authorised officer' under the Act?

<p>Regional Provident Fund Commissioner (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'contribution' refer to in the context of the Act?

<p>Payment due from the employer on behalf of an employee under a Scheme. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who falls under the definition of 'employer' in the Act?

<p>Owner or occupier of a factory, including their agent or legal representative. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which establishments are covered by the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952?

<p>Factories employing twenty or more persons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can the Central Government apply the provisions of this Act to an establishment employing less than twenty persons?

<p>After giving not less than two months' notice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to apply the provisions of this Act to an establishment where the employer and majority of employees have agreed?

<p>Central Provident Fund Commissioner (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an establishment falls below twenty employees?

<p>The Act continues to govern the establishment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the short title of the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952?

<p>Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which establishments can be specified by the Central Government for application of this Act?

<p>Establishments with more than twenty persons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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