The question (15 marks)
Discuss the law relating to strikes and lock-outs under the Industrial Disputes Act 1947. Distinguish between the legality and the justifiability of a strike, and state when wages are payable for the strike period. (15 marks)
Standing MU question; plan from the pack exam workshop (Q4) and trap 4.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 6 · Strikes, lock-outs, lay-off, retrenchment and closure of Labour Law and Industrial Relations – I.
Authorities you will need
- Syndicate Bank v K. Umesh Nayak
- Crompton Greaves Ltd v Workmen
- Gujarat Steel Tubes Ltd v Gujarat Steel Tubes Mazdoor Sabha
- Indian General Navigation and Railway Co. Ltd v Their Workmen
- Bharat Sugar Mills Ltd v Jai Singh
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