Question: Which of the following state has recently passed ordinance to suspend the labour laws in the state?
(a) Maharashtra
(b) Rajasthan
(c) Karnataka
(d) Uttar Pradesh
Answer: (d)
Related facts:
- Uttar Pradesh passed the ordinance on May 8 2020 to suspend various labour laws in the state for a period of three years.
- UP cabinet under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath passed the ‘Uttar Pradesh Temporary Exemption from Certain Labour Laws Ordinance, 2020’ relaxing all labour laws in the state, except three related to abolishment of bonded labour, ex gratia to workers in case of work-related diseases and disabilities, and timely wage payments.
- This step has been taken to promote the business and industry which has slowed due to COVID 19.
- The benefits would be provided to all existing industries and manufacturing units, as well as new ventures.
- All labour laws related to labour unions, settling work disputes, regulations for working conditions, contracts, etc will remain suspended for three years in Uttar Pradesh under this ordinance.
Author: Himanshu Shukla
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