2. Major problems of Indian
labour
Illiteracy
As compared with other countries, the
percentage of educated workers is very
low, most of them being illiterate.
Consequently, they are not in a position
to receive advanced industrial training,
understand the problems in industries
their own interests and those of nation as
a whole. This can prove a source of harm
not only to the workers but also to the
country.
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3. Major problems of Indian labour
cont..
Problem of Absenteeism and Migration
Compared to the workers of other countries
the Indian labours are more restless and
does tendentious towards frequent migration
because life in the town does not provide for
his needs, and the atmosphere in general
does not suit him. Also due to inadequate
level of wages the labours cannot comfortably
settle down in one place. This may in turn
also give rise to Absenteeism. This workers
migratory tendency can be curbed by
providing him with adequate facilities and
conditions, and this also shows a positive
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4. Low Level of Health, Nutrition and Healthy
Recreation
The Indian worker as compared with his
counterpart in most European countries is
unhealthy and confined with illness. This
shows a definite affect over the production
potential. Hence, he is very great need of
inexpensive nutritive food and good facility in
case of hospitalization. Healthy recreation is
also at a priority in our country, the efficiency
of labour force is diminished by energy being
employed in all kinds of undesirable channels.
Hence, it is essential that recreation and
enjoyment of a healthy kind be provided.
Major problems of Indian labour
cont..
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5. Extreme Poverty and Lack of Training
The percentage of people under the poverty line
in our country is comparatively high than other
countries. So the standard of living is very low.
An Indian workers is unable to provide with a
healthy living for his family and in the case of
female workers she is not provided with
assistance in case of need. Hence, the labour
welfare has much to do in the country. It must
assist them by providing with them maternity
benefits, in old age i.e., provident fund, pensions
and gratuity etc. As the percentage of trained
workers in India is very low, it is necessary to
have training facilities for such a vast labour
force.
Major problems of Indian labour
cont..
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6. Industrial Backwardness of India:
In India, industrial progress is being aimed
through the medium of the five year plans, but
industrial progress is dependent on the
efficiency of the labour force. The welfare work
motivates the workers and maintains
efficiency and productivity. So, we can say
that the importance of these activities is great
for India in comparison to western countries.
As welfare of worker at work place will improve
not only their efficiency but also improve their
willingness to perform their duty involving
themselves with in duty
Major problems of Indian labour
cont..
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7. Other problems faced by labours:
Migration & agricultural background
Unfair recruitment process
Improper development of labour organization
Unsatisfactory housing
Lack of predefined wage structure
Less exposure to Info & Tech.
Lack of Formal Training
Unsatisfactory work place
Limited security and welfare measures
Gender discrimination
Agents
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8. Key Labour Issues:
Lack of quality employment or under
employment
Lack of employment
Large in Number
Seasonality of work
Work Place
Working Environment
Caste and Class Difference
Poor Skill and Technology
Lack of Political Support
Inadequacy of laws and legislation
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9. Key Labour Issues; cont…
Migration
Unequal distribution of money
Low wage rate
Gender discrimination in wage
Gender specific work
Lack of security
Indebtedness
Bonded labour
Social security and measures
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