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Central ActAmended1948Min. of Labour & Employment
The Factories Act, 1948
The principal legislation governing the working conditions in factories in India. It lays down provisions for health, safety, welfare, working hours, and employment of young persons in factories.
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Central ActIn Force1987Min. of Labour & Employment
The Factories (Amendment) Act, 1987
Introduced after the Bhopal Gas Tragedy (1984), this amendment added Chapter IVA dealing specifically with hazardous processes, safety committees, and enhanced duties of occupiers.
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Central RulesAmended1950Min. of Labour & Employment
The Factories Rules, 1950 (Model)
Model rules framed under the Factories Act 1948, providing detailed procedural and technical requirements. Each state has its own version of these rules.
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