Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Which of the following cannot be said to be a trade union in true sense?
A)
Craft Union
B)
Industrial Union
C)
Company Union
D)
Federation
A trade union in the true sense is an independent organization of workers formed to protect their interests. Craft unions, industrial unions, and federations are recognized forms of trade union organization. A company union, however, is usually controlled or influenced by the management of the same enterprise, so it does not function as a genuine independent trade union.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 11(1) of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, how shall the minimum wages be paid?
A)
Entirely in kind
B)
Partly in cash and partly in kind
C)
Entirely in cash
D)
As per the discretion of the employer
Section 11(1) of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 provides that minimum wages shall be paid in cash. Payment in kind is not the normal rule for minimum wages. Hence, among the given options, the correct answer is entirely in cash. Option (a) is incorrect because wages cannot be wholly in kind; option (b) is not the rule under Section 11(1); and option (d) is incorrect because payment is not left to the employer's discretion.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Under Section 2(b) of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, who is the “appropriate government” for a company owned by the Central Government?
A)
State Government
B)
Central Government
C)
Local Authority
D)
Both (a) and (b)
Under Section 2(b) of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, the “appropriate government” is the Central Government in relation to any scheduled employment carried on by or under the authority of the Central Government, or in relation to a company owned by the Central Government. Therefore, for a company owned by the Central Government, the correct answer is Central Government. The State Government and Local Authority are not the appropriate government in this case.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
The responsibility of fixing minimum wages lies with:
A)
State Government
B)
District Magistrate
C)
Appropriate Government
D)
Local Authorities
Under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, the power and responsibility to fix minimum wages is vested in the **Appropriate Government**. For employments under the State sphere, this is generally the State Government; for certain scheduled employments under the Union sphere, it is the Central Government. Hence, the correct legal answer is the broader term **Appropriate Government**. District Magistrates and Local Authorities do not have this statutory power.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 3 of the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess Act, 1966 Act, what is the maximum rate of cess that can be levied on the cost of construction?
A)
2 %
B)
1.5%
C)
3 %
D)
5%
Section 3 of the Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Cess Act, 1996 provides that the cess levied on the cost of construction shall not exceed 2%. Therefore, the maximum rate is 2%. Options 1.5%, 3%, and 5% are incorrect because they exceed or do not match the statutory ceiling.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
A union may claim recognition for an industry in a local area, if it has membership of:
A)
10% of the workers in that industry.
B)
15% of the workers in that area.
C)
25% of the workers of that industry in that area.
D)
30% of the workers in similar industry.
Under the recognition provisions commonly applied for trade unions in an industry/local area, a union may seek recognition if it has at least 25% membership among the workers of that industry in that local area. The other figures (10%, 15%, 30%) do not match the standard threshold used for such recognition.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Define ‘Wages’ and explain the procedure for fixation and revision of minimum rates of wages in a scheduled employment under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Minimum wages payable under the Payment of Wages Act, 1948 shall be paid:
A)
In cash
B)
In kind
C)
Either cash or in Kind
D)
Partly in cash and partly in kind
Under the Payment of Wages Act, 1948, wages are generally required to be paid in current coin or currency notes, i.e., in cash. Payment in kind is not the normal mode under the Act. Therefore, the correct option is (a) In cash.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 8 of the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008 the State Government can direct that record-keeping functions in rural areas be performed by:
A)
Gram Sabha
B)
District Panchayat
C)
State Labour Department
D)
Self-Help Groups
Section 8 of the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008 provides for the district administration to maintain records of unorganised workers. In rural areas, the State Government may direct that such record-keeping functions be performed by the District Panchayat. Hence, the correct option is District Panchayat. The other options are not the statutory body specified for this function under Section 8.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
If the registering officer is satisfied, either on a reference made to him in this behalf or otherwise, that the registration of any establishment has been obtained by misrepresentation or suppression of any material fact or that the provisions of this Act are not being complied with in relation to any work carried on by such establishment, or that for any other reason the registration has become useless or ineffective and, therefore, requires to be revoked, he may revoke the registration:
A)
after giving an opportunity to the employer of the establishment to be heard
B)
immediately without any condition
C)
after payment of prescribed penalties
D)
opportunity to the employer of the establishment to be heard is not mandatory
Under the Building and Other Construction Workers (RE&CS) Act, 1996, the registering officer may revoke registration if it was obtained by misrepresentation/suppression of facts, if the Act is not being complied with, or if the registration has become useless or ineffective. However, such revocation can be done only after giving the employer of the establishment an opportunity of being heard. Hence option (a) is correct. Options (b) and (d) are incorrect because natural justice requires a hearing, and option (c) is not part of the statutory condition for revocation.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What is the significance of the Indian Judiciary in protecting the rights of unorganised workers?
A)
Creating obstacles for unorganised workers.
B)
Ignoring the rights of unorganised workers.
C)
Promoting exploitation of unorganised workers.
D)
Protecting the interests of weaker sections of society and enforcing labour welfare laws.
The Indian Judiciary plays an important protective role by interpreting the Constitution and labour laws in favour of vulnerable and unorganised workers. It helps safeguard the interests of weaker sections of society and ensures enforcement of labour welfare legislation. The other options are incorrect because the judiciary does not create obstacles, ignore rights, or promote exploitation; rather, it acts as a protector of labour rights.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 10 of The Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess Act, 1996, how can the amount due under this Act (including interest/penalty) be recovered from an employer?
A)
As a civil penalty
B)
As an arrear of land revenue
C)
By seizing the construction site
D)
Through a labor court judgment
Section 10 of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess Act, 1996 provides that any amount due under the Act, including interest or penalty, may be recovered from the employer as an arrear of land revenue. Therefore, option (b) is correct. The other options are incorrect because the Act does not describe recovery as a civil penalty, seizure of the site, or by a labour court judgment.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Under the Act, no fine can be imposed on an employed person who is under the age of:
A)
14 years
B)
21 years
C)
18 years
D)
15 years
Under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, no fine can be imposed on an employed person who is under 15 years of age. This is a statutory protection for young workers. Therefore, option (d) 15 years is correct. The other options are incorrect because the Act specifically uses the age limit of 15 years, not 14, 18, or 21.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
Under the Act, in a calendar year every employee is entitled Casual leave with wages for a period of
A)
Five days
B)
Eight days
C)
Ten days
D)
Twelve days
Correct option B: Eight days
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
What is the definition of a “week” under this Act?
A)
Sunday to Saturday.
B)
Monday to Sunday.
C)
A period of seven days beginning at midnight on Saturday
D)
Six working days.
Correct option C: A period of seven days beginning at midnight on Saturday
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
As per Section 7 of the Act , if a woman dies after becoming entitled to maternity benefit but before receiving it, the employer must pay it to:
A)
Her employer
B)
The State government
C)
Nominee appointed by her
D)
The child’s guardian
Correct option C: Nominee appointed by her
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
‘Day’ under The Mizoram Shops & Establishment Act, 2010 means a period of 24 hours beginning at:
A)
9 a.m.
B)
12 noon
C)
Midnight
D)
6 a.m.
Correct option C: Midnight
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
“The Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948, is a milestone in social security legislation in India.” Discuss the objectives, applicability, and various benefits provided under the Act.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
Which of the following is a mandatory benefit to be provided by the contractor, registered under the Act, to the migrant workman?
A)
A passbook containing employment details
B)
A free ticket to their home country
C)
A luxury apartment for living
D)
Daily cash allowances for meals
Correct option A: A passbook containing employment details
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
Who is responsible for registering establishments employing inter-state migrant workers?
A)
Principal employer only
B)
Contractor only
C)
Registering officers appointed by the Labour Department
D)
State Police
Correct option C: Registering officers appointed by the Labour Department
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
Discuss the procedure of registration of establishments under The Mizoram Shops & Establishment Act 2010.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
Operation Blackboard is a centrally sponsored programme which was started in 1987 immediately after the Ragiv Gandhi National Policy of Education which was introduced in the Year 1986. Now, choose the correct option given below the statements by considering the same statements.
I. National Policy on Education was adopted by the Parliament in May 1986.
II. The National Policy on Education considered that, ‘education is a unique investment in the present and future’
III. It is also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Policy on Education
IV. 23 tasks forces were created to address the needs of emerging needs of the education system
A)
I and II
B)
II and III
C)
I, II and IV
D)
I, II, III and IV
Correct option D: I, II, III and IV
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
Minimum wage limit for Physically Disabled Persons for availing ESIC Benefits is:
A)
Rs.15000/-
B)
Rs.25000/-
C)
Rs.20000/-
D)
Rs.50000/-
Correct option B: Rs.25000/-
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
As per the Factories Act, 1948, who shall be an Inspector for his district?
A)
Tashildar
B)
Sub Divisional Magistrate
C)
Labour officer
D)
District Magistrate
Correct option D: District Magistrate
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-II
As per the provisions of the Contract Labour (Regulation and abolition) Act, 1970, which of the following is a consequence of non- registration or revocation of registration of an establishment?
A)
The principal employer is liable to pay a fine of Rs. 5000
B)
The establishment is exempted from complying with the provisions of the Act
C)
The principal employer is prohibited from employing contract labour in the establishment
D)
The principal employer is required to take compensation to the contract labour
Correct option C: The principal employer is prohibited from employing contract labour in the establishment
