LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 5 Labour Laws 2024-25 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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SECTION I - Answer in One or Two Sentences (Any 6) 12 Marks

1. Q1 What are the major provisions of the Industrial Relations Code 2020 regarding dispute resolution mechanisms?
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2. Q2 How does the Industrial Relations Code 2020 change the process for forming trade unions in India?
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3. Q3 What are the thresholds for layoffs and retrenchments under the Industrial Relations Code 2020?
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4. Q4 What are the new regulations regarding strikes and lockouts under the Industrial Relations Code 2020?
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5. Q5 How does the code address the concept of "negotiating unions" or "negotiating councils"?
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6. Q6 How does the ILO address issues related to forced labour and child labour?
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7. Q7 What are common examples of unfair labour practices committed by employers?
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8. Q8 What are the penalties for non-compliance with the Wages Code 2020 by employers?
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SECTION II - Write a Short Notes (Any 2) 12 Marks

1. Q9 Compensation of layoff and retrenchment
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2. Q10 Prohibition of strike and lock outs under public utility Services
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3. Q11 Payment of Bonus under wages code,2020
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4. Q12 Workmen under Industrial relation code 2020
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SECTION III - Solve the Following (Any 2) 12 Marks

1. Q13 Workers at a large automobile manufacturing company decide to go on strike over pay discrepancies. They start the strike without providing the mandatory 14-day notice to the employer.
   • (a) Under the Industrial Relations Code 2020, what are the potential consequences for the workers and the employer if the strike is considered illegal?
   • (b) How should the workers have proceeded to comply with the Code?
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2. Q14 An employee at a textile factory is dismissed for repeated lateness, despite the standing orders allowing for a warning system for tardiness. The employee argues that the management did not follow the stipulated procedures before terminating his employment.
   • (a) How do standing orders protect employees from arbitrary dismissal?
   • (b) What recourse does the employee have under the Industrial Relations Code 2020 if the standing orders were violated in this case?
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3. Q15 A group of workers at a manufacturing plant wishes to form a trade union to address issues such as low wages and unsafe working conditions. However, the management threatens to fire anyone who participates in the union formation process.
   • (a) What protections does the Industrial Relations Code 2020 provide for employees attempting to form a trade union?
   • (b) What actions can the workers take if the employer continues to intimidate them?
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4. Q16 Sarah and Tom work for the same company in identical roles with the same responsibilities. However, Sarah earns 20% less than Tom despite having the same experience and qualifications. When Sarah questions her manager, she is told it's "company policy."
   • (a) Does this situation constitute wage discrimination?
   • (b) What legal recourse does Sarah have?
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SECTION IV - Answer the following (any 3) 39 Marks

1. Q17 What are the various dispute resolution mechanism under the Industrial Relation code,2020?
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2. Q18 Explain the characteristic of Lay Off, Retrenchment and closure?
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3. Q19 Evaluate the provisions of the industrial relation code concerning gender equality and the rights of women workers?
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4. Q20 Discuss the historical context and evolution of trade union laws in India. What were the socio-economic conditions in India at the time that necessitated the formation of the act?
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5. Q21 Examine the legal framework surrounding Unfair Labour Practices on industrial relations?
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