Social Security (Unorganised) — Set 13
Labour Laws · असंगठित क्षेत्र सामाजिक सुरक्षा · Questions 121–130 of 140
What is the role of trade unions in collective bargaining?
Correct Answer: B. Negotiate wages, conditions, and benefits on behalf of workers
The correct answer is Negotiate wages, conditions, and benefits on behalf of workers. Trade unions play a crucial role in collective bargaining by negotiating with employers on behalf of workers regarding wages, working conditions, benefits, and dispute resolution. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the legal framework for minimum wage determination in India?
Correct Answer: B. Minimum Wages Act, 1948 with periodic revisions
The correct answer is Minimum Wages Act, 1948 with periodic revisions. The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 provides the legal framework for determining minimum wages in India with provisions for periodic revisions based on cost of living and economic conditions. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the penalty for non-payment of wages?
Correct Answer: B. Fines and imprisonment for intentional non-payment
The correct answer is Fines and imprisonment for intentional non-payment. Non-payment or delayed payment of wages is a punishable offense under labor laws with provisions for fines, criminal prosecution, and compensation to workers. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the importance of maintaining wage records?
Correct Answer: B. Legal requirement for disputes resolution and statutory compliance
The correct answer is Legal requirement for disputes resolution and statutory compliance. Maintaining proper wage records is a legal requirement for ensuring transparency, resolving wage disputes, proving compliance with minimum wage laws, and protecting both employers and workers. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the concept of deduction from wages under the Factories Act?
Correct Answer: B. Only permissible deductions specified in law
The correct answer is Only permissible deductions specified in law. The Factories Act restricts wage deductions to those specified in law, such as statutory taxes, recovery of overpayments, and approved deductions, protecting workers from arbitrary deductions. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the significance of the Payment of Wages Act, 1936?
Correct Answer: B. Ensure timely payment of wages and restrict deductions
The correct answer is Ensure timely payment of wages and restrict deductions. The Payment of Wages Act ensures that wages are paid regularly and on time, restricts permissible deductions, and provides remedies for workers in case of non-payment or improper deductions. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the timely payment period for wages under the Payment of Wages Act?
Correct Answer: B. Before the end of the succeeding day of the wage period
The correct answer is Before the end of the succeeding day of the wage period. The Payment of Wages Act mandates that wages be paid before the expiry of the prescribed period, typically before the end of the day following the wage period or monthly payroll cycle. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the definition of wages under the Payment of Wages Act?
Correct Answer: B. Salary, dearness allowance, and basic pay excluding certain allowances
The correct answer is Salary, dearness allowance, and basic pay excluding certain allowances. Wages under the Act include basic wages, dearness allowance, and basic pay, but exclude certain allowances, benefits, and facilities provided by the employer. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the role of the Labor Commissioner in India?
Correct Answer: B. Administer labor laws, conduct inspections, and resolve disputes
The correct answer is Administer labor laws, conduct inspections, and resolve disputes. The Labor Commissioner is responsible for administering labor laws in a state, conducting workplace inspections, investigating complaints, and ensuring compliance with labor legislation. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What is the definition of workplace violence?
Correct Answer: B. Threatening behavior or actual violence causing injury
The correct answer is Threatening behavior or actual violence causing injury. Workplace violence includes threatening behavior, intimidation, or actual physical violence that causes injury or harm, creating an unsafe and hostile work environment for employees. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.