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.
My employer in Noida deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Ghaziabad deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Meerut deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Agra deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Varanasi deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Kanpur deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Lucknow deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Alwar deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Bikaner deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Ajmer deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Kota deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Udaipur deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Jodhpur deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Jaipur deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Gandhinagar deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Jamnagar deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Bhavnagar deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Rajkot deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Vadodara deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Surat deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Ahmedabad deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Kurnool deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Tirupati deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Guntur deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Vijayawada deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Visakhapatnam deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Karimnagar deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Nizamabad deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Warangal deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, is this legal?
My employer in Secunderabad deducts from my salary saying it goes to the labour welfare fund, 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.