The Minimum Wages Act, 1948, provides a legal framework for fixing minimum wage rates for workers in various sectors to ensure they are not exploited.
Key Features:
- Wage Fixation: Both state and central governments can set and revise wage rates.
- Timely Payment: Workers must be paid their wages without unauthorized deductions and within the specified timeframes.
- Categories: Wages differ based on skill, occupation, and region.
Conclusion: This Act is a critical tool to protect low-income workers from wage exploitation.
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