Labour Law in a Nutshell: A Student’s AILET Cheat Sheet

Core Statutes & Their Essentials

First things first, know the backbone of Indian labour law: the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 (IDA). Section 9 deals with the appointment of conciliators; Section 10 gives the scope of the Industrial Tribunal. Don’t forget the Factories Act, 1948—Section 30 on health, Section 31 on safety, Section 34 on working hours. The Trade Unions Act, 1926 (Section 14) protects the right to form unions, while Section 18 prohibits discrimination against union members.