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What term is used in the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990 to refer to workers doing managerial jobs?
What term is used in the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990 to refer to workers doing managerial jobs?
- Managerial employees
- Other workers (correct)
- Shop floor workers
- Workmen
In the Board of Management of every corporate body owning an industrial establishment, representation is provided for both:
In the Board of Management of every corporate body owning an industrial establishment, representation is provided for both:
- 'Managers' and 'other workers'
- 'Workmen' and 'other workers' (correct)
- 'Workmen' and 'managers'
- 'Employees' and 'supervisors'
What type of councils does the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990 provide for setting up?
What type of councils does the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990 provide for setting up?
- Supervisory councils and employee councils
- Shop floor councils and establishment councils (correct)
- Executive councils and administrative councils
- Corporate councils and financial councils
Who may be appointed by the Appropriate Government for the purpose of the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990?
Who may be appointed by the Appropriate Government for the purpose of the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990?
What should be closely set by the parties concerned to make Worker Participation in Management effective?
What should be closely set by the parties concerned to make Worker Participation in Management effective?
Which term is used in the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990 to include all types of employees, both managerial and non-managerial?
Which term is used in the Workers’ Participation in Management Bill 1990 to include all types of employees, both managerial and non-managerial?
What is the main purpose of constituting works committees?
What is the main purpose of constituting works committees?
When were Joint Management Councils (JMCs) first introduced?
When were Joint Management Councils (JMCs) first introduced?
What is the primary responsibility of the Joint Management Councils (JMCs)?
What is the primary responsibility of the Joint Management Councils (JMCs)?
Why were Joint Management Councils (JMCs) not taken seriously by workers and employers?
Why were Joint Management Councils (JMCs) not taken seriously by workers and employers?
What is the purpose of having workers' representation on the Board of Directors?
What is the purpose of having workers' representation on the Board of Directors?
Why is workers' representation on the Board of Directors considered the highest form of workers' participation in management?
Why is workers' representation on the Board of Directors considered the highest form of workers' participation in management?
What percentage of shares do workers hold in Otto India, Calcutta?
What percentage of shares do workers hold in Otto India, Calcutta?
In which year did the Supreme Court of India approve workers' participation in management through co-partnership scheme?
In which year did the Supreme Court of India approve workers' participation in management through co-partnership scheme?
Which enterprises are examples of companies where workers through shareholding participate in management?
Which enterprises are examples of companies where workers through shareholding participate in management?
What does the Workers’ Complete Ownership scheme allow workers to do?
What does the Workers’ Complete Ownership scheme allow workers to do?
What kind of system of participation is prevalent in Yugoslavia?
What kind of system of participation is prevalent in Yugoslavia?
What virtues are associated with the Workers' Complete Ownership system of participation?
What virtues are associated with the Workers' Complete Ownership system of participation?
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Study Notes
Constituting Works Committees
- The main purpose of Constituting works committees is to maintain cordial and harmonious relations between employees and management.
Joint Management Councils (JMCs)
- JMCs were introduced in 1958 at the plant level with equal numbers of employer and employee representatives.
- JMCs are consultative and advisory in nature, dealing with matters like working conditions, indiscipline, absenteeism, training, safety, and accident prevention.
- JMCs are not taken seriously by workers and employers due to their limited scope and functions.
Board Representation
- This scheme involves worker representation on the Board of Directors to safeguard workers' interests and promote industrial harmony.
- Workers hold significant shares in companies, allowing them to participate in management through elected representatives.
- However, trade unions in India do not favour this scheme due to limited worker participation.
Workers' Complete Ownership
- This scheme involves workers acquiring complete control of management through an elected board or Workers' Council.
- This system, prevalent in Yugoslavia, promotes industrial harmony and peace through workers' identification, loyalty, and responsibility.
- The council discusses issues like personnel, welfare, environment, and plant operations.
Workers' Participation in Management Bill 1990
- The Bill introduced a three-tier representative forum for participation.
- Key features include:
- Defining 'worker' to include all types of employees, including managerial and non-managerial staff.
- Setting up shop floor councils and establishment councils.
- Providing representation for 'workmen' and 'other workers' on the Board of Management.
- Appointing inspectors to ensure effective implementation.
Making WPM Effective
- The WPM scheme requires a collaborative effort from all parties involved.
- Conditions for success include:
- Clearly defined objectives.
- Active participation from all stakeholders.
- Effective communication and coordination.
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