Social Security (Unorganised) — Set 2

Correct Answer: C. 16 years

The correct answer is 16 years. The Factories Act, 1948 prohibits the employment of children below 15 years in factories. However, for adolescents aged 15-18, restrictions apply regarding hours of work and hazardous operations. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. 18 years

The correct answer is 18 years. The Child Labour Act, 1986 prohibits employment of children below 14 years in any occupation and below 18 years in hazardous processes, protecting child welfare and education. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. To ensure equal payment for equal work

The correct answer is To ensure equal payment for equal work. The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 ensures that men and women receive equal remuneration for the same work or work of a similar nature, preventing gender-based wage discrimination. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013

The correct answer is Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 provides a comprehensive framework to prevent and address sexual harassment at workplaces in India. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Employer

The correct answer is Employer. The employer is responsible for constituting an Internal Complaints Committee at the workplace to receive and investigate complaints of sexual harassment and take necessary action. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: C. Vulnerable groups including elderly and disabled

The correct answer is Vulnerable groups including elderly and disabled. The NSAP provides social assistance to vulnerable and marginalized sections of society including the elderly, disabled, widows, and destitutes to ensure minimum living standards. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Worker not covered by any labor law

The correct answer is Worker not covered by any labor law. Unorganized workers are those who are not covered by any labor or social security laws and work informally without statutory protections, representing a significant portion of India's workforce. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: D. Atal Pension Yojana

The correct answer is Atal Pension Yojana. The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) provides guaranteed minimum pension to unorganized workers. Other schemes like PMSBY provide life insurance and disability benefits to poor and vulnerable groups. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Work through digital platforms with flexibility

The correct answer is Work through digital platforms with flexibility. Gig work refers to short-term, flexible work typically arranged through digital platforms like ride-sharing, food delivery, and freelancing, without traditional employer-employee relationships. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. Nine labor laws related to social security

The correct answer is Nine labor laws related to social security. The Social Security Code, 2020 consolidates nine labor laws including ESI, EPF, Gratuity, Bonus, Unorganized Workers, etc., providing unified social security coverage for Indian workers. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.