Living wage, etc., for workers

Article 43 — Living wage, etc., for workers

secure, by suitable legislation or economic organisation or in any other way, to all workers, agricultural, industrial or otherwise, work, a living wage, conditions of work ensuring a decent standard of life and full enjoyment of leisure and social and cultural opportunities and, in particular, the State shall endeavour to promote cottage industries on an individual or co-operative basis in rural areas. 43A. Participation of workers in management of industries.—The State shall take steps, by suitable legislation or in any other way, to secure the participation of workers in the management of undertakings, establishments or other organisations engaged in any industry.]

43B. Promotion of co-operative societies.—The State shall endeavour to promote voluntary formation, autonomous functioning, democratic control and professional management of co-operative societies.]

Plain English Summary

This article mandates that the government must ensure all workers, whether in agriculture or industry, receive a living wage and work conditions that allow them to live a decent life and enjoy leisure and cultural opportunities. It also directs the State to help develop cottage industries in rural areas and encourage workers' participation in managing their workplaces.

Key Points

The State must secure a living wage and good working conditions for all workers.
The government should promote cottage industries, especially in villages.
Workers should be involved in the management of industries.
The State should help promote co-operative societies.

Why It Matters

This article aims to ensure that workers are not just earning a minimum wage but have the means to live with dignity and participate actively in their economic and social life.

Landmark Judgements

No major landmark judgements.