2012 · Q44
Which of the following legislations is comprehensive social security legislation ?
Social Security in IndiaESI Act, 1948
- AThe Maternity Benefit Act
- BThe Employees State Insurance Act
- CThe Employees Compensation Act
- DThe Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act
Explanation
The Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948 is treated as the comprehensive social-security legislation because it integrates sickness, maternity, disablement, dependants' and medical benefits in a single contributory scheme. The Maternity Benefit Act, the Employees' Compensation Act and the EPF & MP Act each cover narrower contingencies. Hence option B.