Question 1

The Industrial Disputes Act was enacted in which year?

Accepted Answer

1949. The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 was passed to regulate labor disputes and maintain industrial peace in India. It provides mechanisms for the resolution of disputes between employers and employees.

Question 2

Under the Factories Act, 1948, what is the maximum working hours per week for an adult worker?

Accepted Answer

48 hours. The Factories Act, 1948 stipulates that the maximum working hours for an adult worker should not exceed 48 hours per week. This is a fundamental provision to protect worker welfare.

Question 3

The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 applies to which categories of workers?

Accepted Answer

Scheduled employments. The Minimum Wages Act applies to workers employed in scheduled employments specified in the Act. These include agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and certain service sectors.

Question 4

What is the primary objective of the Employees State Insurance Act, 1948?

Accepted Answer

To provide social security coverage to workers. The Employees State Insurance Act, 1948 aims to provide social security protection to workers and their dependents against contingencies like sickness, disability, and unemployment.

Question 5

Under which Act is the Employees Provident Fund established in India?

Accepted Answer

Employees Provident Fund Act, 1952. The Employees Provident Fund was established under the Employees Provident Fund Act, 1952. It is a retirement benefit scheme that requires both employers and employees to contribute.

Social Security (Unorganised) — Set 1