PGDM Core Subject
Employment Law and Labor Relations
Course Objective
Course Objectives
- To provide an in-depth understanding of employment laws governing labor relations in India.
- To analyze legal frameworks that protect employee rights and ensure workplace welfare.
- To evaluate the practical applications of labor laws in various industries.
- To enhance skills in handling legal issues in HR management and labor relations.
Course Outcomes (CO)
- CO1: Explain the core principles of employment laws in India.
- CO2: Analyze the application of labor laws in industrial disputes and employee management.
- CO3: Evaluate compliance mechanisms and legal obligations of employers.
- CO4: Interpret amendments and judicial decisions affecting labor laws.
- CO5: Formulate solutions to labor-related legal challenges.
EMPLOYMENT LAW AND LABOR RELATIONS Syllabus T30
| Session No. | Topics | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Employment Law and Labor Relations | Overview of employment laws, historical evolution, and relevance. |
| 2 | The Employees’ Compensation Act, 1923 & Amendment Act, 2017 | Concept of compensation, liability of employers, legal framework for workplace injury. |
| 3 | The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 | Principles of wage fixation, enforcement, and compliance. |
| 4 | The Payment of Wages Act, 1936 | Regulation of wage payments, deductions, and penalties. |
| 5 | The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965 | Eligibility, computation of bonus, and exemptions. |
| 6 | The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 | Gender equality in wages, implementation challenges, case laws. |
| 7 | The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 | Applicability, calculation, and legal remedies. |
| 8 | The Employees’ Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 | Social security measures, compliance, and enforcement. |
| 9 | The Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948 | Health benefits, applicability, and administration. |
| 10 | The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 | Dispute resolution mechanisms, strikes, lockouts, and settlements. |
| 11 | The Factories Act, 1948 | Safety, health, and welfare provisions for factory workers. |
| 12 | The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 & Amendment Act, 2017 | Rights of women employees, maternity leave, and workplace support. |
| 13 | The Labour Laws Act, 1988 & Amendment Act, 2014 | Overview of consolidated labor laws and recent amendments. |
| 14 | The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986 | Provisions to prevent child labor, penalties, and rehabilitation. |
| 15 | The Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 | Drafting and certification of standing orders, employee conduct rules. |
| 16 | The Trade Unions Act, 1926 | Formation, registration, rights, and responsibilities of trade unions. |
| 17 | Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1936 | Objectives, contributions, and administration of welfare funds. |
| 18 | Case Studies and Practical Applications | Analysis of real-world cases and judicial interpretations. |
| 19 | Compliance and Audit | Legal compliance audits, inspections, and enforcement mechanisms. |
| 20 | Emerging Trends and Future of Labor Laws | Discussion on contemporary labor law reforms and global best practices. |
References:
- Malik, P.L. Industrial Law.
- Sinha, P.R.N. Industrial Relations, Trade Unions and Labour Legislation.
- Kapoor, N.D. Elements of Industrial Law.
- Srivastava, S.C. Industrial Relations and Labour Laws.