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Who has the primary responsibility for ensuring employee health and safety?
Who has the primary responsibility for ensuring employee health and safety?
What is the primary purpose of the Factories Act, 1948?
What is the primary purpose of the Factories Act, 1948?
Under the Factories Act, 1948, who is defined as the person having ultimate control over the factory's affairs?
Under the Factories Act, 1948, who is defined as the person having ultimate control over the factory's affairs?
How many days must an employee work in a month to be eligible for leave with wages?
How many days must an employee work in a month to be eligible for leave with wages?
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According to the Factories Act, 1948, what is the maximum number of hours an adult worker can work in a day?
According to the Factories Act, 1948, what is the maximum number of hours an adult worker can work in a day?
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What is the definition of an 'adult' according to the provided content?
What is the definition of an 'adult' according to the provided content?
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At what point does a 'week' begin according to the definition under the Minimum Wage Act?
At what point does a 'week' begin according to the definition under the Minimum Wage Act?
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Which term refers to all forms of remuneration expressed in terms of money?
Which term refers to all forms of remuneration expressed in terms of money?
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What age defines a 'minor' according to the definitions given?
What age defines a 'minor' according to the definitions given?
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Which section of the Factories Act, 1948, discusses the power of inspectors?
Which section of the Factories Act, 1948, discusses the power of inspectors?
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What technique can a supervisor use to help reduce an employee's anxiety?
What technique can a supervisor use to help reduce an employee's anxiety?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of a perfect order issued by a supervisor?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a perfect order issued by a supervisor?
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What could indicate a personal problem affecting an employee's behavior?
What could indicate a personal problem affecting an employee's behavior?
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Which approach should a supervisor take to help an anxious employee?
Which approach should a supervisor take to help an anxious employee?
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What is one way a supervisor can show empathy towards a troubled employee?
What is one way a supervisor can show empathy towards a troubled employee?
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What should supervisors do if they receive incomplete orders from higher authority?
What should supervisors do if they receive incomplete orders from higher authority?
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Which of the following actions can help improve an employee's engagement at work?
Which of the following actions can help improve an employee's engagement at work?
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What is indicated by a worker's reduced interest and erratic behavior?
What is indicated by a worker's reduced interest and erratic behavior?
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What step of the controlling process is being applied when a manager identifies the difference between actual production and desired production?
What step of the controlling process is being applied when a manager identifies the difference between actual production and desired production?
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In the context of setting standards for performance, which aspects are Mr. Rajesh considering for qualitative standards?
In the context of setting standards for performance, which aspects are Mr. Rajesh considering for qualitative standards?
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When Sachin applies different techniques to judge the output of production, which step of the controlling process is he engaged in?
When Sachin applies different techniques to judge the output of production, which step of the controlling process is he engaged in?
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Which of the following best describes the main focus of analyzing deviation in the controlling process?
Which of the following best describes the main focus of analyzing deviation in the controlling process?
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What is a key difference between qualitative and quantitative standards as described in the content?
What is a key difference between qualitative and quantitative standards as described in the content?
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What step must Mr. Rajesh complete after establishing qualitative and quantitative standards?
What step must Mr. Rajesh complete after establishing qualitative and quantitative standards?
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Which action should be taken when there is a significant deviation from the desired production level?
Which action should be taken when there is a significant deviation from the desired production level?
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What is the primary purpose of setting standards in the controlling process?
What is the primary purpose of setting standards in the controlling process?
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Who articulated the definition of management as the art of getting work done through people in organized groups?
Who articulated the definition of management as the art of getting work done through people in organized groups?
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What is the correct sequence of steps in the planning process?
What is the correct sequence of steps in the planning process?
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What term describes the process of determining what to do, when to do it, and how to do it?
What term describes the process of determining what to do, when to do it, and how to do it?
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In which type of organization is decision-making typically faster?
In which type of organization is decision-making typically faster?
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Who is primarily responsible for setting the objectives and policies in an organization?
Who is primarily responsible for setting the objectives and policies in an organization?
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What is the first step in the organizing process?
What is the first step in the organizing process?
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Which option correctly lists the steps involved in the control process in the right sequence?
Which option correctly lists the steps involved in the control process in the right sequence?
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Which of the following is NOT a step in the planning process?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the planning process?
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The function responsible for measuring and correcting performance to ensure events conform to plans is known as what?
The function responsible for measuring and correcting performance to ensure events conform to plans is known as what?
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What does 'Esprit de corps' mean according to Henry Fayol's principles?
What does 'Esprit de corps' mean according to Henry Fayol's principles?
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How many principles of management did the 'Father of Modern Management theory' formulate?
How many principles of management did the 'Father of Modern Management theory' formulate?
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Line organization is also known as what?
Line organization is also known as what?
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What type of skills refers to the proficiency in handling methods, processes, and techniques specific to a business?
What type of skills refers to the proficiency in handling methods, processes, and techniques specific to a business?
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Technical skills are particularly essential for which level of management?
Technical skills are particularly essential for which level of management?
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What type of skills is needed to recognize inter-relationships among different business functions and external forces?
What type of skills is needed to recognize inter-relationships among different business functions and external forces?
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Which skills help in selecting and placing different people at various jobs?
Which skills help in selecting and placing different people at various jobs?
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Which skills refer to the ability to work effectively with others in order to achieve organizational goals?
Which skills refer to the ability to work effectively with others in order to achieve organizational goals?
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In management principles, the idea that employees should receive orders from one supervisor is known as what?
In management principles, the idea that employees should receive orders from one supervisor is known as what?
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Study Notes
Indian Factory Act
- The Indian Factory Act came into force on April 1, 1949.
- The person with control over a factory's affairs is called the occupier.
- Section 27 of the Industrial Disputes Act pertains to penalties for instigation.
Industrial Disputes Act
- The Industrial Disputes Act came into operation in 1947.
- Industrial peace is secured through voluntary methods, such as work committees, and compulsory settlements via arbitration and adjudication.
Factories Act, 1948
- The occupier is obligated to notify the Chief Inspector of Factories at least 15 days before commencing factory operations.
- A prime mover is an engine, motor, or power-generating appliance.
- Each worker is entitled to at least 12.2 cubic meters of space.
- Adult workers are limited to 48 hours per week.
- A factory must have manufacturing occurring with the aid of power and a minimum of ten workers.
- Crèches are mandated when fifteen or more female employees are employed.
- The maximum daily working hours in a factory, with normal wages, are limited to eight hours.
Other Acts
- The Bhopal gas tragedy triggered amendments in the Indian Boiler Act.
- The Factories Act, 1948 has a section that addresses drinking water arrangements.
- An occupier deemed to have contravened the Factories Act's provisions could face a punishment up to Rs 200,000.
- The license fee for a factory license can be paid for up to 5 years.
- The Industrial Disputes Act outlines a grievance handling mechanism.
- Layoffs, retrenchment, and closure compensation are provisions within the Industrial Disputes Act.
- An industrial dispute signifies a disagreement between an employer and his/her worker, or among workers.
- Arbitration awards are required to be published within 180 days, from receipt by the relevant government.
- Public utility service employees are prohibited from striking in breach of contract within 2 weeks of giving notice.
- Any court established for negotiating industrial disputes falls under the Labour court category.
- A conciliation board, as per the appropriate government, comprises a chairman and 2-4 members appointed by the government.
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Test your knowledge on the Factories Act of 1948 and its implications on employee health, safety, and labor laws. This quiz covers key definitions, responsibilities, and regulations outlined in the Act. See how well you understand the critical aspects of workplace regulation.
