Under the Constitution of India, Labour is a subject in the Concurrent List where both the Central & State Governments are competent to enact legislation subject to certain matters being reserved for the Centre. Trade Unions; industrial and labour disputes. Social Security and insurance, employment and unemployment.
Narayan Meghaji Lokhande. Narayan Meghaji Lokhande (c. 1848–1897) was the father of trade union movement in India. He is remembered not only for ameliorating the working conditions of textile mill-hands in the 19th century but also for his courageous initiatives on caste and communal issues.
The working day of an adult (unskilled/semi-skilled/skilled) worker should be inclusive of the interval of rest – it shall not exceed 12 hours on any day.