The Plantations Labour Act, 1951

The Plantations Labour Act, 1951 was enacted to regulate the conditions of work and employment in plantations in India. The act applies to all plantations that employ 15 or more workers, and covers aspects such as working hours, wages, leaves, housing, health, and safety of plantation workers. The act also mandates the appointment of welfare officers to ensure the welfare of the workers and the establishment of plantation labour committees to resolve disputes and promote harmonious relations between employers and workers. The act further empowers the state government to make rules and regulations for the effective implementation of the act.