Compliance and Inspections: Registers/Records, Notices, Penalties and Role of Labour Authorities Questions

Question 1

Define compliance in labour laws. (concept)

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**Compliance** means following applicable labour laws/rules and fulfilling duties like payments, records, reporting and workplace standards (concept).

Question 2

State one reason why labour law compliance is important.

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It protects worker **rights/welfare** and avoids penalties and disputes (concept).

Question 3

Muster roll is a record of attendance. (True/False)

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True. **Muster roll/attendance** register records attendance and working days/hours (concept).

Question 4

State one typical consequence of labour law non-compliance.

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**Fine/penalty** or prosecution; payment of arrears/interest (any one) (concept).

Question 5

Name any one labour authority function (concept).

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**Inspection and enforcement** of labour laws (or guidance/dispute settlement support) (concept).

Question 6

A wage register records wage computation and payments. (True/False)

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True. **Wage register** shows wage calculation, deductions and net pay (concept).

Question 7

List any three common labour compliance areas (points).

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Any three compliance areas (concept):

- **minimum wages** and timely wage payment
- EPF/ESI contributions and records (concept)
- working hours/overtime and leave registers (concept)
- safety/health/welfare facilities and accident reporting (concept)
- contract labour registration/licensing and registers (concept)

Any three points are sufficient.

Question 8

List any three typical registers/records maintained for labour compliance (use a table).

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Typical records (concept):

| Record/Register | What it shows (concept) |
|---|---|
| **Muster roll** | attendance/working days |
| **Wage register** | wage computation and payments |
| Overtime register (concept) | overtime hours and wages |
| Leave register (concept) | leave entitlement and usage |
| Accident register (concept) | accident details and action |

Any three records are sufficient.

Question 9

Explain the purpose of workplace notices/displays (any three points).

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Purpose of notices/displays (concept):

- improves **worker awareness** of rights, wages and working hours
- increases transparency and reduces misinformation (concept)
- supports inspection readiness by showing compliance requirements (concept)
- communicates safety instructions and emergency information (concept)

Any three points are sufficient.

Question 10

Describe labour inspection process (concept) using a simple flowchart and brief note.

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Inspection process (flow) (concept):

Inspection visit/notice → verify registers/records → site observation & worker interaction → identify non-compliance → directions/notice to rectify → follow-up/penalty if not complied

Briefly, inspections ensure compliance and correction of violations to protect workers (concept).

Question 11

Write any three duties of an employer during a labour inspection (points/table).

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Employer duties during inspection (any three) (concept):

- produce required **registers/records** and wage/attendance documents
- allow site access and cooperate with inspector queries (concept)
- display required notices/abstracts and keep registers updated (concept)
- implement corrective directions and respond within timelines (concept)

Any three points are sufficient.

Question 12

Differentiate 'registers/records' and 'notices/displays' in compliance using a small table (brief).

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Registers vs notices (concept):

| Item | **Registers/records** | **Notices/displays** |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | proof of compliance (facts/data) (concept) | worker awareness and transparency (concept) |
| Examples | muster roll, wage register, overtime register | wage rates, hours, holiday notices, safety instructions |
| Use in inspection | verified for accuracy and completeness (concept) | checked for proper display and updates (concept) |

Thus, registers document compliance; notices communicate it (concept).

Question 13

Write an exam-style note on compliance management system in an establishment (include a flow/table and conclusion).

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### Meaning
A compliance management system is an organised approach to ensure the establishment follows labour laws through processes, records and controls (concept).

### Flow (concept)
Identify applicable laws → assign responsibility → SOPs + compliance calendar → maintain registers/records → internal audits → training/communication → corrective actions → inspection readiness

### Key controls (table)
| Control | Purpose (concept) |
|---|---|
| **Compliance calendar** | ensures deadlines for payments/returns |
| **Internal audits** | detects gaps early (concept) |
| Records & documentation | proof of compliance and dispute support (concept) |

### Conclusion
A system-based approach reduces legal risk, protects workers, and improves governance and industrial peace (concept).

Question 14

Explain penalties and consequences of non-compliance (exam-style) using a table and conclusion.

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### Consequences (concept)
Non-compliance can lead to financial, legal and operational consequences.

| Category | Examples (concept) |
|---|---|
| **Financial** | fines, arrears, interest/damages |
| **Legal** | prosecution, court proceedings (concept) |
| Operational | license/registration issues, disruption during enforcement (concept) |
| Reputational | loss of trust and industrial unrest (concept) |

### Conclusion
Timely compliance and documentation reduce penalties and help maintain **industrial peace** and governance (concept).

Question 15

Explain the role of labour authorities in ensuring compliance and worker welfare (exam-style) with a table and conclusion.

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### Role (concept)
Labour authorities enforce labour laws and promote worker welfare through inspections, guidance and legal action when required.

| Function | What it includes (concept) |
|---|---|
| **Inspection** | verify records, site conditions and compliance |
| Enforcement | directions, notices, penalties/prosecution (concept) |
| Guidance | awareness and advisory support to employers/workers (concept) |
| Dispute support | conciliation roles in certain disputes (concept) |

### Conclusion
Effective labour authorities improve compliance, protect rights and contribute to stable and fair industrial relations (concept).

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