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Which of the following statement is correct regarding the Maternity benefits act 1971?

        I.            It is applicable where 10 or more workers are working, or working in the last 12 months.

      II.            In 2017 amendment increased the maternity leave period from 12 weeks to 26 weeks.

    III.            The amendment made it mandatory for establishments with 100 or more employees to provide crèche facilities within a prescribed distance.

    IV.            If any employer contravenes the provisions of this Act, he shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.

A I, III and IV only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B II, III and IV only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C I, II and IV only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Crèche Facilities: The amendment made it mandatory for establishments with 50 or more employees to provide crèche facilities within a prescribed distance. The woman employee is also allowed to visit the crèche four times a day.

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