Lectures on Law of Maternity benefits act- Edition 2025
| Author : | Dr. Sanjeev Kumar |
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Lectures Law of Maternity Benefits Act – Edition 2025 by Dr. Sanjeev Kumar provides a clear, comprehensive, and updated explanation of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, including amendments, judicial interpretations, and practical implications for employers and employees. Written in a lecture-style format, this book is ideal for law students, HR professionals, academicians, labour law practitioners, and competitive exam aspirants.
Lectures Law of Maternity Benefits Act – Edition 2025 by Dr. Sanjeev Kumar is a detailed and accessible guide that thoroughly explains the statutory framework governing maternity rights and protections for women employees in India. This edition is updated with the latest amendments, including enhanced maternity leave provisions, work-from-home rights, and employer responsibilities under the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017 and subsequent judicial developments.
The book simplifies complex labour law provisions and presents them in a concept-oriented lecture pattern, making it extremely useful for academic learning as well as practical understanding of workplace compliance.
Key Highlights of This Edition:
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Complete Coverage of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961: Includes objectives, applicability, definitions, rights, restrictions, and legal obligations.
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Updated Amendments & Practical Changes: Incorporates the 2017 amendment and recent clarifications related to maternity leave, creche facilities, and employer responsibilities.
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Rights of Women Employees: Detailed explanation of maternity leave entitlements, nursing breaks, medical bonuses, work-from-home provisions, and protection from dismissal.
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Employer Compliance Requirements: Covers record-keeping, notice obligations, benefits administration, workplace support, and penalties for violations.
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Relevant Case Laws: Includes landmark Supreme Court and High Court judgments on maternity rights, discrimination, leave benefits, and workplace equality.
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Practical HR & Workplace Guidance: Offers insights for organisations to implement maternity policies in line with labour law requirements.
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Ideal for Students & Practitioners: Helpful for LLB, LLM, UGC NET, Judiciary aspirants, and HR managers seeking clarity on maternity benefits law.
This book stands out for its clarity, well-structured explanations, practical orientation, and relevance to modern workplace requirements. It serves as an essential resource for understanding and applying the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, ensuring legal compliance and supporting women’s rights in employment.
