Minimum Wages Act, 1948 with State Amendments alongwith Central Rules, 1950

This updated and comprehensive volume presents the full text of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, along with all relevant State Amendments and the complete Central Rules, 1950, offering a clear and authoritative reference for wage regulation and labour compliance in India. The book explains the statutory framework for fixing and revising minimum wages, the classification of scheduled employments, the responsibilities of employers, and the rights and protections afforded to workers. It includes detailed provisions on overtime, payment of wages, record maintenance, inspections, enforcement mechanisms, and penalties for violations, ensuring users understand all compliance requirements under the law. The inclusion of State Amendments allows readers to appreciate jurisdiction-specific modifications that significantly impact wage administration across different regions. The Central Rules provide procedural clarity for maintaining registers, filing returns, issuing notices, and implementing inspections by labour authorities. This volume is indispensable for HR managers, employers, labour law practitioners, consultants, contractors, auditors, trade unions, and students seeking accurate and practical knowledge of wage laws. Its structured presentation makes it highly suitable for day-to-day compliance operations, internal audits, and legal interpretation.