Correct Statement Identification: Trade Union Funds
This section analyzes the provided options to identify the correct statement concerning trade unions, specifically focusing on the Trade Union Act.
Analysis of Options
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Option 1:
This statement asserts that a trade union cannot constitute a separate or political fund under Section 6(1) of the Trade Union Act. Based on the provided correct answer, this statement is considered accurate within the context of this question.
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Option 2:
This statement claims the general fund cannot be used for purposes outlined in Section 15. Section 15 specifies the ordinary objects of a trade union (e.g., administration, benefits). The general fund is designated for these purposes. Therefore, this statement is incorrect.
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Option 3:
This statement posits that trade unions are not immune from civil and criminal liability. While trade unions have legal standing and certain protections, they are subject to legal proceedings under specific circumstances. Although this statement reflects general legal principles, Option 1 is identified as the specific correct answer relating to Section 6(1).
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Option 4:
This statement describes safeguards for "protected workmen" during industrial disputes. Such protections exist under broader industrial relations law but are distinct from the specific provisions regarding the constitution and use of trade union funds addressed in Section 6(1).
Conclusion
The question requires identifying the correct statement. Option 1, regarding the constitution of separate political funds under Section 6(1), is designated as the correct statement.
Important Questions from Trade Unions
- Match List - I with List - II, using codes given below. Answer in context of rights and liabilities of trade unions :
List - I List - II (a) Convey Vs. Wade (i) Role and right of minority trade unions (b) Rohtas Industries Staff Union Vs. Bihar (ii) Inducement to break a contract without violence is permissible (c) Chairman, S.B.I. Vs. Orissa Bank Association (iii) Amplification of scope of immunity provisions for striking employees (d) Food Corporation of India Staff Union Vs. F.C.I. (iv) Secret ballot is valid as a credible system for determining the representative character of a trade union in a multi union establishment - Who among the following moved a resolution in the Central Legislative Assembly recommending that the Government should introduce a legislation for registration and protection of Trade Union in the year 1921 ?
- “Works Committee under the Industrial Disputes Act should be substituted by an ‘Industrial Relations Committee’ to promote in-house dispute settlement.” This recommendation was made by
- Who is a protected workman under the Industrial Disputes Act ? Answer from the codes given below :
1. A workman who is a member of a registered Trade Union.
2. Recognised by the Registrar of the Trade Union as protected workman.
3. A workman who is a member of the Executive or other office bearer of a registered Trade Union connected with the establishment.
4. Recognised as protected workman under the rules applicable to the establishment.
Codes : - Failure of the conciliation proceedings under the Industrial Disputes Act leads to refer the matter to adjudication by
