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VOL. 10, ISSUE 1 (2024)
Industrial Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in India: A Critical Analysis of New Labour Reforms and Its Impact on Industrial Harmony
Authors
Mahima
Abstract
India's industrial dispute resolution
mechanisms have long been criticized for their inefficiencies, biases, and lack
of transparency. In response, the Indian government has introduced a series of
labour reforms aimed at simplifying the dispute resolution process, reducing
the number of labour laws, and introducing a more flexible labour market. This
paper critically analyzes the impact of these reforms on industrial dispute
resolution and industrial harmony in India. Through a qualitative approach
combining a review of existing literature with a case study of the automotive
industry, this study reveals that while the reforms have streamlined the
dispute resolution process, they have also exacerbated existing power
imbalances between employers and employees. The study finds that the reforms
have led to a decline in unionization, an increase in contractual labour, and a
shift towards more individualized dispute resolution mechanisms. These changes
have significant implications for industrial harmony, as they undermine the
collective bargaining power of workers and create a more precarious work
environment. The study concludes by highlighting the need for a more nuanced
and equitable approach to industrial dispute resolution, one that balances the
interests of employers and employees and promotes a more harmonious industrial
relations climate.
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Pages:252-256
How to cite this article:
Mahima "Industrial Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in India: A Critical Analysis of New Labour Reforms and Its Impact on Industrial Harmony". International Journal of Law, Vol 10, Issue 1, 2024, Pages 252-256
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