The state government of Goa recently approved an amendment to Factories Act 1948 which will allow the deployment of women in night shifts (from 7pm to 6 am) in industries.
a. Goa
b. Rajasthan
c. Assam
d. Tamil Nadu
- It is a welcome step taken by the Goa government towards women empowerment.
Details:
- The Amendment Bill was approved by the state cabinet and is set to be tabled during the upcoming Legislative Assembly session.
- The specific provision restricting the employment of women at night have had a deterred effect on employment of women in the state.
Significance of the Amendment:
- The amendment will allow the deployment of women in night shifts in industries and might end the discrimination against female workers as far as job opportunities are concerned.
- It will give trouble-free space to women to excel in their careers and will also help women get more jobs.
- It is a revolutionary step which is expected to bring about equality at the workplace.
What is the Factories Act 1948?
- It is administered by Union Ministry of Labour and Employment via Directorate General Factory Advice Service & Labour Institutes (DGFASLI), which advises Central and State Governments on the administration of Factories Act and coordinates factory inspection services in States.
- In states, the act is administered by State Governments through their factory inspectorates.
- It deals with different problems concerning health, safety, efficiency and well-being of persons at workplaces.
- It is applicable to establishments with 10 or more workers if the premise is using power and to establishments with 20 or more workers, without electricity connection.
Question:
Q. Which state government recently approved an amendment to Factories Act 1948 which will allow the deployment of women in night shifts (from 7pm to 6 am) in industries?a. Goa
b. Rajasthan
c. Assam
d. Tamil Nadu
