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.
I am not being paid overtime in my Imphal job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Agartala job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Srinagar job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Jammu job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Vasco da Gama job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Margao job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Panaji job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Dharamshala job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Manali job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Shimla job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Haldwani job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Nainital job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Haridwar job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Dehradun job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Silchar job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Dibrugarh job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Guwahati job — what is the legal rate?
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I am not being paid overtime in my Bokaro job — what is the legal rate?
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I am not being paid overtime in my Rourkela job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Cuttack job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Bhubaneswar job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Kannur job — what is the legal rate?
I am not being paid overtime in my Kollam job — what is the legal rate?
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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.