Labour Law Questions
Browse labour law questions asked by people across India.
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.
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Kharagpur but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Siliguri but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Asansol but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Durgapur but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Howrah but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Kolkata but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Tumkur but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Davangere but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Gulbarga but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Belgaum but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Hubli but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Mangalore but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Mysuru but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Mysore but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Bengaluru but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Bangalore but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Saket but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Rohini but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Dwarka but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in New Delhi but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Delhi but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Amravati but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Kolhapur but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Solapur but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Aurangabad but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Navi Mumbai but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Thane but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Nashik but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Nagpur but getting less pay, is this legal?
I am a woman doing the same job as a male colleague in Pune but getting less pay, is this legal?
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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.