The Apprentices Act, 1961

The Apprentices Act, 1961 is a law in India that aims to regulate and control the training of apprentices in various trades and industries. The act applies to all industries except for those specifically exempted by the central government. The act sets the minimum standards for the training of apprentices and covers aspects such as the appointment of apprenticeship advisors, the obligations of employers and apprentices, the duration of apprenticeships, and the certification of apprentices. The act also establishes a national council for vocational training and provides for the constitution of state apprenticeship councils.