GK Question

polity medium mcq

Which Article directs the State to secure just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief?

  1. Article 41
  2. Article 42
  3. Article 43
  4. Article 44

Answer: Article 42

Article 42 directs the State to make provision for securing just and humane conditions of work and for maternity relief. This has led to legislation like the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 (amended 2017), Factories Act, and various labour welfare laws ensuring worker protections.

Topic DPSP - Just and humane conditions of work
Exam Relevance Labour rights question important for all government exams