US Labor Law Quiz
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Which act requires a federal minimum wage in the United States?

  • Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974
  • Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
  • Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (correct)
  • Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970
  • What is the main aim of labor law in the United States?

  • To discourage the formation of labor unions
  • To promote unpaid leave for employees
  • To remedy the 'inequality of bargaining power' between employees and employers (correct)
  • To encourage state laws to favor employers
  • Which act creates a limited right to 12 weeks of unpaid leave in larger employers?

  • Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (correct)
  • Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974
  • Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938
  • Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970
  • Which law requires employees to have a safe system of work?

    <p>Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of labor unions in increasing employees' bargaining power?

    <p>To increase their bargaining power to get better terms through collective bargaining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many fully paid vacation leave days are mandated by the Factories Act 1948 and the Shops and Establishment Act 1960 in India?

    <p>15 working days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the premium on overtime as per the Indian Minimum Wages Act 1948?

    <p>100% of the total wage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017, how long is the fully paid maternity leave for female employees in India?

    <p>6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are wages mandated to be paid according to the Payment of Wages Act 1936 in India?

    <p>On the last working day of every month via bank transfer or postal service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation in India?

    <p>Providing workers with necessary social security for retirement benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

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