Question: Which State has recently cleared the Bill which allows women to work in late night shift?
(a) Goa
(b) Punjab
(c) Assam
(d) Odisha
Answer: (a)
Related facts:
- On 26th June 2019, Goa Cabinet cleared amendments to the Factories Act, which would allow women to work in factories during night hours.
- It was announced by Deputy Chief Minister Vijai Sardesai.
- An amendment proposed in the Factories Act, 1948 will facilitate women to work in night shifts from 7 pm and 6 am.
- The Cabinet also cleared amendment to the Act, which would allow industrial units to extend working hours from 75 to 125 per quarter to boost production.
- The permission would be granted on case to case basis by the Directorate of Factories.
- This amendment is to end discrimination against women and provide equal job opportunities.
Links:
https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/goa/goa-cabinet-clears-bill-that-allows-women-to-work-in-late-night-shifts-5801718/
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/goa-government-approves-amendment-to-factories-act-to-allow-women-to-work-in-night-shifts/articleshow/69960188.cms
http://www.uniindia.com/goa-govt-clears-amendment-to-factories-act-allowing-women-to-work-at-night/west/news/1644816.html
https://www.thequint.com/news/hot-news/women-can-do-night-shifts-in-goa-units-deputy-cm
https://www.outlookindia.com/newsscroll/women-can-do-night-shifts-in-goa-units-deputy-cm/1562448