A Comparative Study Of The Indian Labour Laws And Global Labour Laws
- IJLLR Journal
- Jul 28
- 2 min read
Drone Krishna, Amity University Jharkhand
Khyati Singh, National Law University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi
INTRODUCTION
Labour laws are important rules in every country that help protect workers' rights and make sure they have fair working conditions. These rules help protect employees from being taken advantage of by employers. They ensure fair pay, safe workplaces, and support for social security and welfare. Labour rules have changed over time due to new social and economic situations, the growth of industries, globalisation, and changing political beliefs. As the world economy becomes more connected, it is important to understand how different countries deal with labour rights and how they adjust to global norms.
In India, labour laws consist of various rules and policies designed to protect workers' rights. India's wage laws are shaped by its specific social and economic issues. These include a big informal job market, a long-standing workforce divided by caste, and significant differences between regions. The Indian legal system was influenced by its colonial past and borrowed many ideas from English common law. Over time, these ideas were modified and developed to meet the needs of a country that was growing and industrialising. The laws about labour in India include rules on pay, working hours, joining unions, workplace conflicts, and safety. However, these laws are often hard to apply and enforce because of India's large size, limited administration, and many informal jobs.
Labour rules vary widely around the world due to each country's unique economic, social, and political situations. Countries like the United States and those in the European Union have strong labour laws, but many developing countries still have a hard time providing simple protections for workers. International groups like the International Labour Organisation (ILO) have worked to create global norms for workers' rights, affecting the laws in many countries. The way these standards are put into practice can differ because countries try to balance growing their economies and protecting workers' rights. The different legal methods provide an interesting chance to compare, especially in India, where changes to labour laws are being made to tackle issues in today's job market.
