National Coal Wage Agreement Overview

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Which aspect of the National Coal Wage Agreement (NCWA) directly addresses mechanisms for adjusting pay scales over time?

  • Annual increment / Rate of increment (correct)
  • Concept of Minimum Wages
  • Wages and Wage structure
  • Grade/Categorization

Within the structure of the NCWA, which element is most closely associated with non-monetary benefits aimed at improving the living conditions of employees?

  • Special Piece Rate Allowance
  • Other Allowance under NCWA
  • Welfare measures (correct)
  • Social Security Schemes

If a coal worker's pay is determined based on output, which component of the NCWA would be most relevant in setting their compensation?

  • Wage rate and work norms of piece rates workers (correct)
  • Fall back wages
  • Anomaly in pay fixation
  • Attendance Bonus

What aspect of the NCWA is designed to address discrepancies or errors that arise in the calculation of an employee's base salary?

<p>Anomaly in pay fixation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component outlined in the NCWA aims to ensure a safety net for workers who may face reduced earnings due to factors beyond their control?

<p>Fall back wages (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would NOT be categorized under 'Social Security Schemes' as defined by the National Coal Wage Agreement?

<p>Recovery of electricity charges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the JBCCI's role is to resolve conflicts related to wage agreements, which specific aspect of the NCWA outlines its power and responsibilities?

<p>Constitution of JBCCI (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates 'Special Piece Rate Allowance' from standard 'Wage rate and work norms of piece rates workers' within the NCWA framework?

<p>The allowance is given for special tasks, while the wage rate applies to regular output. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do 'Leave Rules and national festival holidays' intersect with 'Payment of overtime wages' under the NCWA?

<p>Working on a national holiday automatically triggers overtime payment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Within the context of the NCWA, how might 'Recovery of electricity charges' directly relate to 'HRA for employee in Urban Area'?

<p>The recovery is deducted from HRA, effectively reducing the housing benefit. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering the provisions of the National Coal Wage Agreement, how does 'Bharat Bharaman' interface with the established 'Leave Rules and national festival holidays'?

<p>Bharat Bharaman has no direct impact on standard Leave Rules or national festival holidays. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the provision for 'Dress / uniform Manual' indirectly contribute to fulfilling the aims of 'Welfare measures'?

<p>The manual dictates safety standards for work attire, ensuring employee well-being. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the NCWA outlines 'Supply of fuel / Reimbursement of fuel', how does this provision relate to the broader goal of 'Concept of Minimum wages'?

<p>Fuel reimbursement ensures that the take-home pay does not fall below the minimum wage due to transportation costs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering 'Lead Lift and tub pushing' in the context of historic coal mining practices, what is the likely relationship between this task and the provision for 'Social Security Schemes'?

<p>Workers performing these tasks receive enhanced social security benefits due to higher risks. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If 'Grade/Categorization' is a foundational element of the NCWA, how does it directly influence the application and scope of 'Annual increment / Rate of increment'?

<p>Grade dictates the applicable increment rate, ensuring that higher-graded employees receive proportionally larger increases. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the 'Wages for weekly day of rest/ date of retirement' provision, and how does it interact with the 'Payment of overtime wages' stipulation?

<p>It ensures pay for rest days and due retirement are incorporated when computing overtime eligibility and rates. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the NCWA, if an employee receives 'gratuity/ex-gratia', how does this affect their entitlement to 'Social Security Schemes' such as the 'Life Cover Scheme'?

<p>Gratuity/ex-gratia and Life Cover Scheme are completely separate and do not impact each other. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Taking into account the 'Periodicity of NCWA-I to XI', what implications does this have for the 'Wages and Wage structure' outlined in each agreement?

<p>Wage structures from previous NCWA periods serve as a baseline, with subsequent agreements introducing revisions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an employee is entitled to 'Other Allowance under NCWA', how does this allowance interact with 'Wage rate and work norms of piece rates workers', when calculating total compensation?

<p>The 'Other Allowance' is added to the earnings from piece rates, increasing total compensation beyond base pay. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When determining the 'Payment of overtime wages', what role does the 'Annual increment / Rate of increment' play in calculating the overtime rate for an employee?

<p>The overtime rate is based on the employee's post-increment wage, reflecting their increased earning potential. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

NCWA: History?

Deals with the history of National Coal Wage Agreements.

NCWA: Periodicity?

Specifies the time intervals between NCWA updates (I to XI).

JBCCI Constitution?

Refers to the structure and composition of the Joint Bipartite Committee for the Coal Industry.

Wage Grade/Categorization?

Establishes wage levels based on job roles.

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Minimum Wage Concept?

Sets the lowest permissible wage.

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Social Security Schemes?

Schemes providing cover, compensation, employment, monetary support like gratuity to dependents.

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Welfare Measures?

Encompasses provisions for housing, water, medical, ambulance, education, and canteen.

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Wages and Wage Structure?

Defines salary and its structure.

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Attendance Bonus?

Incentives for consistent presence at work.

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Annual Increment?

Salary increases and their frequency.

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Piece Rate?

Specifies pay based on output.

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Fall Back Wages?

Wages paid when previous tasks are delayed.

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Special Piece Rate Allowance?

Specific allowance for specialized jobs.

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Leave Rules?

Rules governing time off work.

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HRA in Urban Area?

Allowance for urban housing.

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Overtime Wages?

Pay for extra hours worked.

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Dress/Uniform Manual?

Manual specifying acceptable work attire.

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Study Notes

National Coal Wage Agreement

  • History
  • Periodicity of NCWA-I to XI
  • Constitution of JBCCI
  • Grade/Categorization
  • Concept of Minimum wages
  • Social Security Schemes: Includes Life Cover Scheme, Employees Compensation Benefit, Provision of employment, payment of monthly monetary compensation to dependents, gratuity/ex-gratia, CPRMSE, CPRMS-NE
  • Welfare measures: Includes Housing, Town Administration, Water Supply, Medical facilities, Ambulance, Educational facilities, Canteen, Other welfare activities
  • Wages and Wage structure
  • Attendance Bonus
  • Annual increment / Rate of increment
  • Wage rate and work norms of piece rates workers
  • Fall back wages
  • Lead Lift and tub pushing
  • Special Piece Rate Allowance
  • Other Allowance under NCWA
  • Leave Rules and national festival holidays
  • Bharat Bharaman
  • HRA for employee in Urban Area
  • Recovery of electricity charges
  • Supply of fuel / Reimbursement of fuel
  • Payment of overtime wages
  • Wages for weekly day of rest/ date of retirement
  • Anomaly in pay fixation
  • Dress / uniform Manual

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