Labour Law

Why Capital Must Protect Workers πŸ›οΈ


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πŸ›οΈ The Constitutional Promise to Every Worker

🌟 What if I told you that the relationship between employers and employees isn't just a business contract, but a constitutional duty? This episode explores the profound social philosophy behind India's labor laws.

πŸ’‘ What You'll Discover:

  • πŸ” Why capital is considered the 'guardian and protector' of labor - not just a profit-maker
  • βš–οΈ How courts look beyond job titles to protect workers' real rights
  • 🎯 The 'beneficial construction' principle that changes everything for employees

πŸš€ Real Cases Discussed:

  • πŸ’Ž Gujarat Steel Tubes Limited vs. Mazdoor Sabha - Justice Krishna Iyer's landmark ruling on capital's duty to workers
  • ⭐ S.K. Verma vs. Mahesh Chandra (LIC case) - Why job titles don't matter, actual work does

🎯 Constitutional Foundation:

  • πŸ“œ Articles 43 and 43A - The constitutional commands for living wages and humane working conditions
  • βš–οΈ Articles 38, 39, 41 - The directive principles that guide social and economic justice

πŸŽ™οΈ By the end, you'll understand how India's labor laws aren't just rules - they're a constitutional vision for dignity at work that every employer must follow, regardless of their financial situation!

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Labour LawBy sharad Bansal