INDUSTRIAL DISPUTE ACT

OF 1947
INTRODUCTION

Industrial Dispute Act of 1947 is an

im portant legislation in India that
governs the resolution of disputes
between em ployers and em ployees.
This act has been am ended several
tim es to keep up with the changing
tim es and to ensure that it rem ains
relevant and effective. In this
presentation, we will take a
com prehensive look at the Industrial
Dispute Act of 1947 and its various
provisions.
BACKGROUND

The Industrial Dispute Act of 1947

was introduced to provide a
legal framework for the
resolution of
disputes between employers and
employees. It was enacted in
response to the growing number of
industrial disputes in the country.
The act has been amended several
times to address the changing
needs of the industry and to ensure
that it remains relevant.
 Scope

The Industrial Dispute Act of 1947

applies to all industrial
establishments and covers all
disputes that arise between
employers and employees.
The act defines what constitutes an
industrial dispute and provides
guidelines for their resolution. It
also outlines the procedures for
making and enforcing
settlements.
PROVISION
S
The Industrial Dispute Act of
1947 contains several provisions
that deal with the resolution of
industrial disputes. Some of the
key provisions include the
formation of works committees,
the appointment of conciliation
officers, the establishment of
industrial tribunals, and the
provision for strikes and lockouts.
Forms of Industrial Dispute

1.Strike
2. Gherao
3. Picketing
4. Boycott
5. Lock Down
Classification

1. Term s of
Em ploym ent
a. Interst/ Economic
b. Grievances

2. Organizational rights
a. Unfair Practice
b. Recognition
WORKS COMMITTEES

The Industrial Dispute Act of 1947

provides for the formation of works
committees in all industrial
establishments with 100 or more
workers. The purpose of these
committees is to promote
harmonious relations between
employers and employees and to
prevent disputes
from arising. The committees are
made up of representatives from
both the employer and employee
sides.
CONCILIATION OFFICERS

The Industrial Dispute Act of 1947

provides for the appointment of
conciliation officers to mediate in
industrial disputes. The officers are
appointed by the government and
are responsible for bringing the
parties together to find a mutually
acceptable solution to the dispute.
They have the power to investigate
and make recommendations for the
settlement of disputes.
 CONCLUSION

The Industrial Dispute Act of 1947 is an important

legislation in India that provides a legal framework for
the resolution of disputes between employers and
employees. It has been amended several times to
keep up with the changing times and to ensure that
it remains relevant and effective. The act has
provisions for works committees, conciliation officers,
and industrial tribunals, among others, to ensure that
disputes are resolved in a fair and timely manner.
T h a n k s !

Edited By - Vipul