Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, has notified the draft rules relating to Employees' Compensation under the Code on Social Security, 2020 on 03.06.2021 for inviting objections and suggestions, if any, from the stakeholders. Such objections and suggestions are required to be submitted within a period of 45 days from the date of notification of the draft rules. The Code on Social Security, 2020 amends and consolidates the laws relating to social security with the goal to extend social security to employees and workers in the organized as well as unorganized sectors. Chapter VII (Employees' Compensation) of the Social Security Code, 2020 envisages, inter alia, provisions relating to an employer's liability for compensation in case of fatal accidents, serious bodily injuries, or occupational diseases. The draft Employees' Compensation rules notified by the Central Government provide for the provisions relating to the manner of application for claim or settlement, the rate of interest for delayed payment of compensation, venue of proceedings and transfer of matters, notice and manner of transmitting money from one competent authority to another, and arrangements with other countries for the transfer of money paid as compensation. The draft rules under the Code on Social Security, 2020, relating to Employees' Provident Fund, Employees' State Insurance Corporation, Gratuity, Maternity Benefit, Social Security, and Cess in respect of Building and Other Constructions Workers, Social Security for Unorganized Workers, Gig Workers, and Platform Workers, and Employment Information were notified on 13.11.2020.
From India, Telangana
Acknowledge(0)
Amend(0)
36From India, Telangana
Acknowledge(0)Amend(0)Looking for something specific? - Join & Be Part Of Our Community and get connected with the right people who can help. Our AI-powered platform provides real-time fact-checking, peer-reviewed insights, and a vast historical knowledge base to support your search.
BRIEF ARTICLE ON DRAFT SOCIAL SECURITY CODE-2018.pdf