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The Law Relating to The Industrial Relations Code, 2020 By Saji Narayanan C K

The Law Relating to The Industrial Relations Code, 2020 By Saji Narayanan C K

About the Book –

• The Law Relating to Industrial Relations Code, 2020 is a comprehensive volume that offers an authoritative and contemporary examination of one of India’s most far-reaching labour reforms.
• The Industrial Relations Code, 2020 consolidates and modernizes three foundational laws—the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947; the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946; and the Trade Unions Act, 1926—streamlining the industrial relations framework for a rapidly evolving, technology-driven economy.
• The Code introduces several progressive changes, including single registration for establishments, rationalized thresholds for lay-off and retrenchment, fixed-term employment, and strengthened frameworks for trade unions, dispute settlement, and worker grievance redressal.
• It also establishes a unified Industrial Tribunal with the power to grant interim relief and creates a Worker Re-Skilling Fund to support retrenched employees.
• With clear, section-wise analysis enriched by the essence of key judicial decisions, this book serves as an indispensable guide for legal professionals, HR practitioners, employers, and academics seeking a deep understanding of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020 and its practical implications.

Content of the Book is as Follows –

• Preliminary
• Bi-Partite Forums
• Trade Unions
• Standing Orders
• Noticeof Change
• Voluntary Reference of Disputes to Arbitration
• Mechanism For Resolution of Industrail Disputes
• Strikes and Lock-outs
• Lay-Off, Retrenchment and Closure
• Special Provsions Relating to  Lay-Off, Retrenchment and Closure in Certain Establishments
• Worker Re-Skilling Fund
• Unfair Labour Practices
• Offences and Penalties
• Miscellaneous
• Table of Cases

About the Author

Saji Narayanan C K is a noted lawyer, labour law expert, and former member of the Second National Commission on Labour. A prolific author of over 15 books and 250 articles, he has taught at the National Judicial Academy, Bhopal, and served in key national roles, including President of BMS and Vice-Chairperson of the Indian Labour Conference. He has led Indian trade union delegations to multiple ILO conferences and participated in international peace missions. Former President of the Thrissur Bar Association, he has also served as Director of North Malabar Gramin Bank and held positions in several national institutions.