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Code on Wages, 2019

Consolidates and simplifies 4 legacy labour statutes (Equal Remuneration, Minimum Wages, Payment of Wages, Payment of Bonus) into a uniform code.

Key Concepts & Structural Highlights

  • Universal Floor Wage fixed by Central Government binding across all states.
  • Prohibition of gender discrimination in wage payment and recruitment.
  • Mandatory wage payout within 2 working days of employee resignation or removal.

Practical Relevance & Scope

Protects employee salary rights, overtime payouts, minimum wage compliance, and bonus claims.

Educational Study Note:

Replaced Minimum Wages Act 1948 and Payment of Wages Act 1936.

Official Reference: Ministry of Labour and Employment
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