Labour Law Questions
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Questions in Labour Law are answered with reference to Section 25F of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 on retrenchment conditions, the Code on Wages, 2019, the Factories Act, 1948 and the Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. Each answer states the section that applies, the forum that hears the matter and the limitation period, so the position can be checked against the official text at India Code before you act on it.
The forum depends on the facts rather than the label: a dispute described as a family matter may be heard by a family court, a magistrate or a civil judge depending on whether the relief sought is maintenance, custody, injunction or declaration. Where the law has been renumbered by the 2023 criminal law reforms, answers note both the old and the new section numbers.
My company in Amravati is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Kolhapur is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Solapur is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Aurangabad is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Navi Mumbai is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Thane is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Nashik is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Nagpur is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Pune is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My company in Mumbai is closing down and not paying our dues, what legal protection do I have?
My factory in Itanagar is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Gangtok is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Aizawl is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Kohima is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Shillong is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Imphal is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Agartala is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Srinagar is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Jammu is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Vasco da Gama is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Margao is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Panaji is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Dharamshala is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Manali is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Shimla is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Haldwani is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Nainital is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Haridwar is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Dehradun is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
My factory in Silchar is planning a layoff, what compensation am I entitled to during the layoff period?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Labour Law
What is labour law in India?
Labour law in India governs employer-employee relationships, covering wages, working hours, leave, termination, and workplace safety. Key laws include the Minimum Wages Act 1948, Payment of Gratuity Act 1972, and the new Labour Codes 2020 (pending implementation).
What is the minimum wage in India?
Minimum wages vary by state, skill level, and industry. Under the Minimum Wages Act 1948, state governments fix minimum rates. For example, unskilled workers may get ₹350-700 per day depending on the state. Check your state labour department website.
How much gratuity is an employee entitled to?
Under the Payment of Gratuity Act 1972, employees with 5+ years of service are entitled to gratuity of 15 days wages for each year of service (calculated as last drawn salary x 15/26 x years of service). Maximum limit is ₹20 lakh.
Can an employer terminate without notice in India?
Termination without notice is illegal unless for gross misconduct. Normal termination requires 1-3 months notice or pay in lieu. Retrenchment compensation is 15 days pay per year of service under the Industrial Disputes Act 1947.
What is provident fund (PF) in India?
Provident Fund is a retirement benefit scheme under the EPF Act 1952. Both employer and employee contribute 12% of basic salary. It is mandatory for organizations with 20+ employees. EPF can be withdrawn at retirement or for specific purposes like housing, education, or medical emergencies.