Question

54. Ensuring the safety, health and welfare of the employees is the primary purpose of the
(A) Factories Act, 1948
(B) Payment of Wages Act, 1936
(C) Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
(D) Industrial Disputes Act, 1947​

Answer 1

Answer:

Factories Act, 1948

Explanation:

Answer 2

(A) The Factories Act, 1948 ensured the safety, health, and welfare of the employees.

• The Factories Act, 1948 had the objective of ensuring the safety and welfare of factory workers. It also made provisions regarding the employment of women and young workers in such factories.
• The Payment of Wages Act, 1936 ensures timely payment of wages to certain classes of factory workers.
• The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 aimed at abolishing gender discrimination at workplaces and ensuring equal wages for men and women for the same job.
• The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947​ was aimed at settling industrial disputes and maintaining industrial peace.