2025 · Q43
A person 'X', aged 48 years, was working in a mine where he met a fatal accident while working underground. He was receiving monthly wage of ₹12,000 when this unfortunate incident occurred. What is the amount of compensation payable to him under the Employees’ Compensation Act, 1923? (Relevant factor being 159.80)
Industrial Relations and Labour LawsEmployees' Compensation Act, 1923
- A₹6,40,680
- B₹8,30,700
- C₹9,58,800
- D₹10,43,760
Explanation
For a fatal accident, compensation is 50% of monthly wages multiplied by the relevant factor. Here 50% of Rs 12,000 is Rs 6,000, and 6,000 x 159.80 = Rs 9,58,800. The other options result from using wrong percentages or factors.