Fixed Term Employment - benefits same as permanent worker; can hire without mediator

Q.  Which of the following is/are true regarding the Fixed Term Employment introduced in the Apparel Manufacturing Sector?

1) The working conditions in terms of working hours, wages, allowances and other statutory dues of a fixed term employee would be at par with permanent workmen.
2) The employer can directly hire a worker for a fixed term without mediation of any contractor.
- Published on 10 Oct 16

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

ANSWER: Both 1 and 2
 
  • The seasonal nature of Textile sector results in fluctuation of demand and hence requires flexibility in employing worker.
  • The working conditions in terms of working hours, wages, allowances and other statutory dues of a fixed term employee would be at par with permanent workmen.
  • A fixed term worker will also be eligible for all statutory benefits available to a permanent workman proportionately according to the period of service rendered by him even though his period of employment does not extend to the qualifying period of employment required in the statute.
  • The employer can directly hire a worker for a fixed term without mediation of any contractor.

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