Section 14 of IDA : Section 14: Duties Of Courts

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a group of workers at a manufacturing plant have a dispute with the management regarding overtime pay. They believe they are not being compensated fairly according to the labor laws. The dispute escalates, and the appropriate government refers the matter to a Labor Court under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. According to Section 14 of the Act, once the dispute is referred to the Court, it must begin its inquiry into the matter. The Court then has the responsibility to thoroughly investigate the claims, gather evidence, and listen to both parties involved in the dispute. The Court is expected to complete this inquiry and submit a report with its findings and recommendations to the government typically within six months from the start of its inquiry. This timeline helps ensure that the dispute is resolved in a timely manner, and the workers and management receive a fair and prompt resolution.