Taxmann Equal Remuneration Act 1976 with Rules Bare Act with Section Notes Edition 2025

Description

Equal Remuneration Act 1976 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive legal reference work that provides the verbatim text of the Act, along with all allied and updated rules. It offers insightful section-wise notes, contextual explanations, and references to landmark judgments. The book aims to clarify the principle of ‘equal pay for equal work’, the prohibition of gender-based discrimination in remuneration, and the various obligations of employers under this legislation. It additionally covers rules and notifications that guide implementation, serving as a single-stop resource for readers interested in India’s labour law regime.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Practitioners & Litigators – Advocates, legal consultants, and litigators who need a handy statutory reference and analysis for case preparations and court proceedings
• Corporate Entities & HR Professionals – Organisations, HR managers, and compliance officers aiming to ensure adherence to labour laws related to equal remuneration
• Academicians & Law Students – Professors, researchers, and students requiring reliable material for academic curricula, research papers, and moot court preparations
• NGOs & Women’s Rights Activists – Advocacy groups working towards gender equality and seeking clarity on the statutory framework for eliminating pay disparities

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Equal Remuneration Act [Act No. 25 of 1976] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Bare Act with Section Notes] Presents the statutory provisions of the Equal Remuneration Act 1976, supplemented by concise section-wise notes that clarify legislative intent and judicial interpretations
• [Updated Incorporations] Includes the Equal Remuneration Rules 1976, Central Advisory Committee on Equal Remuneration Rules 1991, and Ease of Compliance to Maintain Registers under Various Labour Laws Rules 2017, ensuring readers have up-to-date information
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Judicial Excerpts and References] Provides references to important case laws that highlight how courts have interpreted critical facets such as ‘equal pay for equal work’ and ‘non-discrimination in recruitment’
• [Practical Insights] Explains the role and powers of authorities, inspectors, and advisory committees, along with compliance steps and possible penalties for contravention
• [User-friendly Format] Clear headings, structured chapter layouts, and thorough cross-references help in quick navigation and easy comprehension of provisions
• [Repeal & Saving Clauses] Flags relevant updates regarding the eventual repeal by the Code on Wages 2019 (yet to be notified), helping readers understand ongoing legal transitions
• [Practical Utility] A vital reference for day-to-day compliance, labour dispute resolution, and legal drafting involving equality in wages and opportunities

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Act – The text of each Section is accompanied by ‘Section Notes’ that elucidate interpretative nuances, legislative history, and relevant judicial decisions
• Rules – Presented after the central Act; include procedural guidelines and mandated compliance Forms
• Subject Index – A detailed subject index referencing major themes (e.g., definitions, offences, authorities, etc.) for quick cross-referencing