2025 · Q47
In which of the following situations will gratuity be payable to Mr. 'X' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972?
- 1Mr. 'X' resigns from the industry after rendering continuous service for six years
- 2Mr. 'X' dies due to an accident in the industry after rendering continuous service for two years
- 3Mr. 'X' retires from the industry after rendering continuous service for five years Select the answer using the codes given below:
Industrial Relations and Labour LawsPayment of Gratuity Act, 1972
- A3 only
- B1, 2 and 3
- C1 and 3 only
- D1 and 2 only
Explanation
Gratuity is payable in all three situations: on resignation after six years (the five-year continuous service condition is met), on death after two years (the five-year requirement is waived for death or disablement), and on retirement after five years. Hence 1, 2 and 3.