40 Questions
Which chapter of the Indian Constitution deals with the protection of labour rights?
Chapter-III
What is the primary influence of Labour Laws in India?
Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles
What is the main objective of Labour legislations?
To protect and safeguard labour interests
Which of the following is a Fundamental Right enshrined in the Indian Constitution?
Right to work of one's choice
What is the outcome of the deliberations of the Indian Labour Conference and the International Labour Conference?
Labour laws and legislation
Who chaired the First National Commission on Labour in 1969?
Justice Gajendragadkar
Which of the following is a subject in the concurrent list?
Labour
What is the outcome of judicial pronouncements on labour related matters?
Protection of labour rights
What is the penalty for the first offence for not furnishing required information or return?
Fine up to two hundred and fifty rupees
Who can institute a prosecution for an offence under this Act?
Only the prescribed officer of Government
What is the objective of the Factories Act, 1948?
To ensure adequate safety measures and to promote the health and welfare of the workers
Which of the following is not covered under the Factories Act, 1948?
Establishments not falling within the definition of a factory
What is the total number of Sections in the Factories Act, 1948?
120
Who is protected from legal proceedings for acting in good faith under the Act?
Any person
What is the minimum number of workers required for the Act to be applicable if power is not used?
20
To which part of India is the Factories Act, 1948 applicable?
The whole of India including Jammu and Kashmir
What does the term 'labour' primarily refer to?
Productive work especially physical work done for wages
What is the primary focus of collective labour law?
Tripartite relationship between employee, employer, and union
Which act is enforced to protect children in the workforce?
Child Labour Act
Which department will have a joint cell with the labour department to study changes in laws and rules?
Industries department
What influenced the formation of labour laws in independent India?
Nationalist leaders, debates in the Constituent Assembly, Constitution provisions, and International Conventions and Recommendations
Which law category concerns individual employees' rights at work?
Individual labour law
Which aspect is regulated by Indian labour legislation?
Work hours, wages, social security, and facilities provided
What is included in the restructuring of employment exchanges?
Computerization and updating of database
What is the primary purpose of apprentices under any scheme?
To learn the tricks of the trade
Under what condition can the apprentices be exempted from labor laws?
If the State Government decides otherwise
What happens if the number of workers in a factory falls below the specified limit?
The factory continues to be governed by the Act
If a workman is covered under the ESI scheme, what compensation cannot be claimed?
Compensation under the Workmen's Compensation Act
What benefits are unavailable under the ESI scheme in terms of maternity?
Benefits under the Maternity Benefits Act
Why must the Cricket Club of India be registered under the ESI Act?
Because it satisfies the definition of a factory
What kind of establishment is a facility conducting clearing and forwarding activities considered as?
Shop
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
What happens to the Provident Fund (PF) amount if a member resigns?
The member gets their PF contribution, Employer Contribution, and Interest
When can a member withdraw from their PF accumulations?
In case of financial emergencies
What is a scheme certificate used for?
To show service and family details of a member
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
What is the withdrawal benefit based on?
Last average salary and service duration
Who contributes to the Pension Fund for a member?
Employer and government
Who guarantees pension to members even if the employer has not contributed?
The EPFO
What component is not covered by the employer’s contribution to the death benefits?
Member's personal savings
This quiz assesses your knowledge of labour laws, reforms, and policies aimed at improving the functioning of the Labour Department, protecting workers' rights, and promoting employment opportunities.
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