The question (6 marks)
Write a short note on the maternity benefit available to a woman worker, and on the change made by the amending Act of 2017. (6 marks)
MU Module II, Maternity Benefit Act 1961 and the 2017 amendment; pack ch. 02 and quick-reference sheet 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 2 · Women Welfare Laws of Law Relating to Women and Children.
Authorities you will need
- Constitution of India, Article 42 read with Article 15(3)
- Maternity Benefit Act 1961, section 4
- Maternity Benefit Act 1961, section 5
- Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act 2017
- Factories Act 1948
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