Labour Codes, 2020 - Four Labour Code Acts
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Summary
Consolidated 29 central labour laws into four codes: Wages, Industrial Relations, Social Security, and Occupational Safety. Aimed to simplify compliance, extend social security, and improve ease of doing business.
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Historical Record
Published Monday, 28 September 2020
Affected Population ~500 million workers, 90% in informal sector
Key Numbers
4 Labour Codes consolidating 29 laws
EPFO: 28 crore subscribers
E-Shram: 30 crore unorganised workers registered
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA II BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right