Labour laws in India have historically emerged as a response to the country’s socio-political and economic circumstances, beginning from colonial rule through the post-independence era. These laws are intended to regulate the relationship between employers and employees, ensure just working conditions, and secure the rights of workers. In India, labour legislation has evolved with influences from international conventions, especially those of the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the moral and economic imperatives of providing protection to workers in both formal and informal sectors. Within the larger structure of Indian labour laws, the plight and protection of agricultural labourers form a crucial but often overlooked dimension. This paper aims to examine the structure of labour laws in India with a particular focus on those affecting agricultural labour, while also discussing relevant government initiatives and policy implications.
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