Section 21 of TUA, 1926 : Section 21: Rights Of Minors To Membership Of Trade Unions

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a 16-year-old apprentice named Rohan is working at a textile factory. He learns about the benefits of joining a registered trade union from his colleagues. Despite being under the typical adult age of 18, Section 21 of The Trade Unions Act, 1926 allows Rohan to join the factory's trade union. He can participate in union meetings, vote on union matters, and enjoy protection and representation by the union in employment-related issues, as long as the union's rules do not specify otherwise. This provision enables young workers like Rohan to actively engage in collective bargaining and workplace improvement efforts from an early age.