Labour Laws and Reforms

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Which chapter of the Indian Constitution deals with the protection of labour rights?

Chapter-V

Chapter-IV

Chapter-I

Chapter-III (correct)

What is the primary influence of Labour Laws in India?

Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles (correct)

International Labour Conference

Indian Labour Conference

United Nations Conventions

What is the main objective of Labour legislations?

To promote economic growth

To increase employment opportunities

To reduce labour costs

To protect and safeguard labour interests (correct)

Which of the following is a Fundamental Right enshrined in the Indian Constitution?

Right to work of one's choice Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the deliberations of the Indian Labour Conference and the International Labour Conference?

Labour laws and legislation Signup and view all the answers

Who chaired the First National Commission on Labour in 1969?

Justice Gajendragadkar Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a subject in the concurrent list?

Labour Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of judicial pronouncements on labour related matters?

Protection of labour rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for the first offence for not furnishing required information or return?

Fine up to two hundred and fifty rupees Signup and view all the answers

Who can institute a prosecution for an offence under this Act?

Only the prescribed officer of Government Signup and view all the answers

What is the objective of the Factories Act, 1948?

To ensure adequate safety measures and to promote the health and welfare of the workers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not covered under the Factories Act, 1948?

Establishments not falling within the definition of a factory Signup and view all the answers

What is the total number of Sections in the Factories Act, 1948?

120 Signup and view all the answers

Who is protected from legal proceedings for acting in good faith under the Act?

Any person Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of workers required for the Act to be applicable if power is not used?

20 Signup and view all the answers

To which part of India is the Factories Act, 1948 applicable?

The whole of India including Jammu and Kashmir Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'labour' primarily refer to?

Productive work especially physical work done for wages Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of collective labour law?

Tripartite relationship between employee, employer, and union Signup and view all the answers

Which act is enforced to protect children in the workforce?

Child Labour Act Signup and view all the answers

Which department will have a joint cell with the labour department to study changes in laws and rules?

Industries department Signup and view all the answers

What influenced the formation of labour laws in independent India?

Nationalist leaders, debates in the Constituent Assembly, Constitution provisions, and International Conventions and Recommendations Signup and view all the answers

Which law category concerns individual employees' rights at work?

Individual labour law Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is regulated by Indian labour legislation?

Work hours, wages, social security, and facilities provided Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the restructuring of employment exchanges?

Computerization and updating of database Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of apprentices under any scheme?

To learn the tricks of the trade Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can the apprentices be exempted from labor laws?

If the State Government decides otherwise Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the number of workers in a factory falls below the specified limit?

The factory continues to be governed by the Act Signup and view all the answers

If a workman is covered under the ESI scheme, what compensation cannot be claimed?

Compensation under the Workmen's Compensation Act Signup and view all the answers

What benefits are unavailable under the ESI scheme in terms of maternity?

Benefits under the Maternity Benefits Act Signup and view all the answers

Why must the Cricket Club of India be registered under the ESI Act?

Because it satisfies the definition of a factory Signup and view all the answers

What kind of establishment is a facility conducting clearing and forwarding activities considered as?

Shop Signup and view all the answers

Why are activities like serving beverages in a club relevant to its registration under the ESI Act?

They have a direct connection with the club's overall activities Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the Provident Fund (PF) amount if a member resigns?

The member gets their PF contribution, Employer Contribution, and Interest Signup and view all the answers

When can a member withdraw from their PF accumulations?

In case of financial emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What is a scheme certificate used for?

To show service and family details of a member Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a member apply for a pension by surrendering their scheme certificate?

After attaining the age of 50 or above with at least 10 years of total service Signup and view all the answers

What is the withdrawal benefit based on?

Last average salary and service duration Signup and view all the answers

Who contributes to the Pension Fund for a member?

Employer and government Signup and view all the answers

Who guarantees pension to members even if the employer has not contributed?

The EPFO Signup and view all the answers

What component is not covered by the employer’s contribution to the death benefits?

Member's personal savings Signup and view all the answers