Course Description
The Industrial Law syllabus typically covers the legal framework governing labor and employment relationships, focusing on the rights and duties of employers and employees. This subject is often included in undergraduate and postgraduate programs in commerce, business administration, law, and professional courses like CA, CS, or MBA. Here’s an overview of a typical Industrial Law syllabus:
What You’ll Learn From This Course
- Introduction to Industrial Law
Definition and Importance:
- What is industrial law?
- Scope and significance of industrial law in business and society.
- Historical evolution of labor laws in India.
Sources of Industrial Law:
- Constitution of India: Fundamental rights and directive principles.
- Legislation, judicial decisions, and customary practices.
- Labor Relations
Trade Unions:
- Definition, types, and functions of trade unions.
- Registration and regulation of trade unions under the Trade Unions Act, 1926.
- Rights and responsibilities of trade unions and members.
Collective Bargaining:
- Concept and importance of collective bargaining.
- Process, negotiation strategies, and legal framework.
- Employment and Industrial Relations
Employment Contracts:
- Types of employment contracts (permanent, temporary, and casual).
- Rights and obligations of employers and employees.
Termination of Employment:
- Types of termination: Voluntary and involuntary.
- Procedures for dismissal, retrenchment, and layoffs.
- Legal protections against wrongful termination.
- Wage and Salary Laws
Minimum Wages Act, 1948:
- Purpose and provisions of the Minimum Wages Act.
- Calculation and enforcement of minimum wages.
Payment of Wages Act, 1936:
- Provisions regarding payment of wages and deductions.
- Rights of employees concerning wage payment.
Bonus and Gratuity:
- Payment of Bonus Act, 1965.
- Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972.
- Working Conditions and Employee Welfare
Factories Act, 1948:
- Objectives and key provisions of the Factories Act.
- Health, safety, and welfare measures for workers.
Maternity Benefit Act, 1961:
- Rights and benefits for female employees during maternity.
Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948:
- Purpose and benefits of the ESI scheme.
- Coverage and contributions.
- Industrial Disputes and Resolution
Industrial Disputes Act, 1947:
- Definition and types of industrial disputes.
- Mechanisms for dispute resolution: Conciliation, adjudication, and arbitration.
Strike and Lockout:
- Legal framework governing strikes and lockouts.
- Rights and responsibilities of workers and employers during strikes.
Disciplinary Proceedings:
- Procedures for conducting disciplinary actions against employees.
- Principles of natural justice in disciplinary proceedings.
- Social Security Laws
Overview of Social Security:
- Importance of social security for workers.
- Key social security legislations in India.
Employees’ Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952:
- Objectives and benefits of the EPF scheme.
- Employer and employee contributions.
Other Social Security Legislations:
- Pension schemes, health insurance, and welfare measures.
- Employment Standards and Regulations
Labour Laws Compliance:
- Role of employers in ensuring compliance with labor laws.
- Penalties and liabilities for non-compliance.
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH):
- Importance of OSH regulations.
- Legal obligations regarding workplace safety.
- Recent Developments in Industrial Law
Labor Law Reforms:
- Recent amendments and changes in industrial laws.
- The impact of globalization and technology on labor laws.
Emerging Trends:
- Gig economy, remote work, and their implications for industrial law.
- The role of technology in labor relations.
- Case Studies and Practical Applications
Case Studies:
- Analysis of landmark judgments in industrial law.
- Real-life scenarios involving labor disputes and resolutions.
Research Projects:
- Research on specific areas of industrial law, such as collective bargaining, social security, or recent reforms.
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