{"id":226731,"date":"2025-09-26T13:22:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T07:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=226731"},"modified":"2025-09-26T13:22:22","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T07:52:22","slug":"labour-reforms-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/labour-reforms-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Labour Reforms in India, Explanation and Notes for UPSC EPFO Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/labour-reforms-in-india\/#Why_Did_India_Need_Labour_Reforms\" >Why Did India Need Labour Reforms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/labour-reforms-in-india\/#Why_Are_These_New_Laws_Important_for_Your_EPFO_Exam\" >Why Are These New Laws Important for Your EPFO Exam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/labour-reforms-in-india\/#The_Four_New_Labour_Codes_Explained\" >The Four New Labour Codes Explained<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/labour-reforms-in-india\/#Pros_and_Cons_of_the_New_Labour_Reforms_in_India\" >Pros and Cons of the New Labour Reforms in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/labour-reforms-in-india\/#Practice_Questions_on_Labour_Reforms_for_Upcoming_Exam\" >Practice Questions on Labour Reforms for Upcoming Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/labour-reforms-in-india\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Labour Reforms in India<\/strong>: If you&#8217;re getting ready for the UPSC EPFO Enforcement Officer\/Accounts Officer &amp; APFC exams, you need to know about India&#8217;s new labour laws. The government has made a huge change by replacing 29 old laws with just four new ones. This is a big deal because it changes how businesses and workers operate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide is made just for you. We&#8217;ll explain everything about these new laws in a simple, clear way, so you can easily understand and remember them for your exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Did_India_Need_Labour_Reforms\"><\/span>Why Did India Need Labour Reforms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of the old system as a big, messy closet with too many clothes thrown in. It was confusing and difficult to use. Here&#8217;s why the government decided to clean it up:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Too Many Laws:<\/strong> There were over 40 central laws and many more state laws. This made things very complicated for everyone.<\/li><li><strong>Old Rules:<\/strong> Many laws were from a long time ago and didn&#8217;t fit today&#8217;s modern world and businesses.<\/li><li><strong>Different Rules:<\/strong> Different laws had different definitions for the same words, like &#8220;wages&#8221; or &#8220;employee.&#8221; This created a lot of confusion.<\/li><li><strong>Most Workers Left Out:<\/strong> The old laws mainly helped people in big, formal companies. This left out over 90% of India&#8217;s workers, who are in the informal sector.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-apfc-mock-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt a free uPSC EPFO APFC Mock test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Are_These_New_Laws_Important_for_Your_EPFO_Exam\"><\/span>Why Are These New Laws Important for Your EPFO Exam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As an EPFO officer, you will be in charge of making sure companies follow these laws. This is why knowing them is so important for your exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Directly in Your Syllabus:<\/strong> Your exam syllabus clearly includes &#8220;Industrial Relations &amp; Labour Laws&#8221; and &#8220;Social Security in India.&#8221; These new codes are the most current and important part of these topics.<\/li><li><strong>Your Future Job:<\/strong> Your work will involve enforcing the rules about provident funds, pensions, and other social security benefits, which are now all under the new Code on Social Security.<\/li><li><strong>Interview Questions:<\/strong> In your interview, you will likely be asked what you think about these new laws; what&#8217;s good about them and what challenges they face. Knowing the details will help you stand out.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Four_New_Labour_Codes_Explained\"><\/span>The Four New Labour Codes Explained<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new model is built upon four comprehensive codes, each targeting a specific pillar of labour law. Let&#8217;s look at each of the four codes one by one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The Code on Wages, 2019<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This code is all about making sure every worker gets a fair and equal salary. It brings together four old laws into one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s New and Important?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>A National Floor Wage:<\/strong> The biggest change is a &#8220;national floor wage&#8221; that the government will set. No state can set a minimum wage that is lower than this amount. This ensures a basic standard of living for all workers.<\/li><li><strong>Equal Pay for All:<\/strong> This law makes it a rule that men and women must be paid the same salary for the same or similar work. This helps stop gender-based discrimination.<\/li><li><strong>Overtime Pay:<\/strong> If a worker works extra hours, they must be paid at least double their normal wage for that time.<\/li><li><strong>Simple Wage Definition:<\/strong> The code uses one simple definition for &#8220;wages,&#8221; which makes it easier to calculate everything from your salary to your bonus and PF contributions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The Industrial Relations Code, 2020<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This code focuses on the rules between a company and its workers. It&#8217;s about making things easier for businesses to grow while still protecting workers&#8217; rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s New and Important?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Easier to Hire and Fire:<\/strong> The law has changed the rule for companies that need to get government permission to lay off workers. Now, this rule only applies to companies with <strong>300 or more workers<\/strong> (the old rule was for 100 workers). This change is meant to encourage businesses to hire more people.<\/li><li><strong>New Rules for Strikes:<\/strong> Workers now have to give a <strong>60-day notice<\/strong> before they go on strike. This rule applies to all companies, not just those that provide essential services. Many people feel this makes it very difficult for workers to protest.<\/li><li><strong>Help for Laid-off Workers:<\/strong> If a company lays off workers, it must contribute to a new &#8220;reskilling fund.&#8221; This fund will give the worker a one-time payment to help them get new skills for a new job.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The Code on Social Security, 2020<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most important code for your exam as an EPFO aspirant. It&#8217;s all about providing social security (like provident funds and health benefits) to many more people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s New and Important?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Including Gig Workers:<\/strong> For the first time, this code officially defines and includes gig workers and platform workers (like food delivery riders or ride-share drivers) in the social security system. This is a huge step.<\/li><li><strong>A Big Safety Net:<\/strong> The government now has the power to create special social security schemes for all unorganized workers, gig workers, and platform workers.<\/li><li><strong>Aadhaar is Key:<\/strong> To get these benefits, unorganized workers must register online using their Aadhaar number. This helps create a proper record of all workers.<\/li><li><strong>Help for Journalists:<\/strong> The minimum time a working journalist needs to work to get gratuity has been reduced from five years to just three years.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. The Code on Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH), 2020<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This code is all about making workplaces safer and healthier for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s New and Important?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>A Safe Working Limit:<\/strong> The law sets a clear rule that a worker can only work a maximum of 8 hours per day.<\/li><li><strong>Women Can Work Anywhere:<\/strong> The code allows women to work in any kind of establishment and even at night, as long as they agree to it and the company ensures their safety.<\/li><li><strong>Help for Migrant Workers:<\/strong> The law provides new help for workers who move between states for work. They will get a &#8220;journey allowance&#8221; to cover their travel fare, and they can easily access their ration and other benefits in their new state.<\/li><li><strong>Appointment Letters are a Must:<\/strong> All employers must now give a formal appointment letter to every worker they hire. This helps create proper records and formalizes employment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a table for quick revision of the New Labour Laws implemented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Code Name<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Main Purpose<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Key New Feature<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Impact<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Code on Wages, 2019<\/strong><\/td><td>To provide fair and equal pay for all.<\/td><td>National Floor Wage<\/td><td>Sets a universal minimum wage for the whole country.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Industrial Relations Code, 2020<\/strong><\/td><td>To manage the relationship between companies and workers.<\/td><td>Increased Lay-off Threshold<\/td><td>Makes it easier for small companies to manage their workforce.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Code on Social Security, 2020<\/strong><\/td><td>To give social benefits to more workers.<\/td><td>Inclusion of Gig Workers<\/td><td>Extends social security to workers in the informal and gig economy.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Occupational Safety Code, 2020<\/strong><\/td><td>To make workplaces safer.<\/td><td>8-hour Workday Limit<\/td><td>Provides a clear rule for daily working hours.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-mock-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt free uPSC EPFO EO\/AO Mock test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_and_Cons_of_the_New_Labour_Reforms_in_India\"><\/span>Pros and Cons of the New Labour Reforms in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every big change has good points and bad points. For your exam, it&#8217;s important to understand both sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Simpler Laws:<\/strong> The new codes are much easier to understand and follow.<\/li><li><strong>More People Get Benefits:<\/strong> Millions of unorganized and gig workers will now get social security.<\/li><li><strong>Easier for Businesses:<\/strong> The new rules make it easier for businesses to operate, which can lead to more jobs.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Less Job Security?:<\/strong> Some people worry that the new rules on lay-offs could make jobs less secure for workers in smaller companies.<\/li><li><strong>Difficult to Strike:<\/strong> The longer notice period for strikes might make it harder for workers to have their voices heard.<\/li><li><strong>Implementation Challenges:<\/strong> It will be very difficult to get all the unorganized workers to register and for companies to follow the new rules perfectly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-eoao-apfc-2025-complete-course-1852\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Crack uPSC EPFO with expert guidance: enrol in complete course now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Questions_on_Labour_Reforms_for_Upcoming_Exam\"><\/span>Practice Questions on Labour Reforms for Upcoming Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 1:<\/strong> What is the primary purpose of the &#8220;national floor wage&#8221; introduced in the Code on Wages, 2019? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) To allow states to set their own minimum wages, regardless of a national standard.<\/li><li>b) To ensure that no state government fixes a minimum wage below a certain national level.<\/li><li>c) To give the central government the power to fix all wages across the country.<\/li><li>d) To eliminate the need for minimum wages in the unorganized sector.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 2:<\/strong> Under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, what is the new threshold for establishments to get government permission for lay-offs and closures? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 50 workers b) 100 workers c) 200 workers d) 300 workers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 3:<\/strong> Which of the following is a new category of worker formally included under the Social Security Code, 2020, for the first time? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Permanent employees b) Gig workers c) Contract workers d) Apprentices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 4:<\/strong> The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, sets a maximum limit for a worker&#8217;s daily working hours. What is this limit? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 7 hours b) 8 hours c) 9 hours d) 10 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 5:<\/strong> According to the Code on Wages, 2019, if a worker does overtime, how much must they be paid at least per hour? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The same as their normal wage. b) 1.5 times their normal wage. c) Twice their normal wage. d) 2.5 times their normal wage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 6:<\/strong> What is a key feature of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, that has been criticized by some as a restriction on workers&#8217; rights? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) The provision of a reskilling fund for laid-off workers.<\/li><li>b) The formalization of fixed-term employment.<\/li><li>c) The mandatory 60-day notice period for strikes.<\/li><li>d) The establishment of a new grievance redressal committee.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 7:<\/strong> The Social Security Code, 2020, has reduced the minimum service period for which group to claim gratuity from five years to three years? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Gig workers b) Platform workers c) Working journalists d) Domestic workers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 8:<\/strong> Under the new labour codes, what is the purpose of the &#8220;Journey Allowance&#8221; for inter-state migrant workers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) To provide them with daily travel fare.<\/li><li>b) To cover a lump-sum travel fare from their native state to their place of work.<\/li><li>c) To pay for their accommodation.<\/li><li>d) To compensate them for working away from home.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 9:<\/strong> The Code on Social Security, 2020, requires unorganized workers to register on an online portal using their: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Voter ID b) PAN card c) Aadhaar number d) Ration card<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Question 10:<\/strong> The Code on Wages, 2019, legally prohibits discrimination based on gender in which of the following areas? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Wages only b) Recruitment only c) Both wages and recruitment d) Work hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Answer Key<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>b) To ensure that no state government fixes a minimum wage below a certain national level.<\/li><li>d) 300 workers<\/li><li>b) Gig workers<\/li><li>b) 8 hours<\/li><li>c) Twice their normal wage.<\/li><li>c) The mandatory 60-day notice period for strikes.<\/li><li>c) Working journalists<\/li><li>b) To cover a lump-sum travel fare from their native state to their place of work.<\/li><li>c) Aadhaar number<\/li><li>c) Both wages and recruitment<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756890856578\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>1. What is the main objective of India&#8217;s new labour codes?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The main objective is to simplify and consolidate India&#8217;s complex labour laws, promoting ease of doing business while extending social security and wage protection to a larger workforce.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756890923440\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>2. How do the new codes benefit unorganized sector workers?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The new Social Security Code formally includes gig workers and platform workers for the first time, providing a legal framework for them to access social security benefits like provident funds and health insurance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756890939865\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>3. What is the &#8220;national floor wage&#8221;?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The &#8220;national floor wage&#8221; is a baseline minimum wage set by the Central Government. No state can set its own minimum wage below this amount, ensuring a universal standard across the country.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756890957778\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>4. How do the new codes impact businesses&#8217; ability to hire and fire?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Industrial Relations Code has raised the threshold for government permission on lay-offs and closures from 100 to 300 workers, giving businesses more flexibility in managing their workforce.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756890974345\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>5. 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