ROLE OF LABOUR LAW IN PROTECTING WORKER RIGHTS AND FAIR WAGES

AUTHOR – SYED ISHAQ HAIDER* & DR ARVIND KUMAR SINGH**

* STUDENT AT AMITY UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW, UTTAR PRADESH

** PROFESSOR AT AMITY UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW, UTTAR PRADESH

BEST CITATION – SYED ISHAQ HAIDER & DR ARVIND KUMAR SINGH, ROLE OF LABOUR LAW IN PROTECTING WORKER RIGHTS AND FAIR WAGES, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 4 (1) OF 2025, PG. 698-707, APIS – 3920-0007 | ISSN – 2583-7230.

ABSTRACT

Labour law plays a crucial role in safeguarding workers’ rights and ensuring fair wages in modern economies. It establishes a legal framework that protects employees from exploitation, discrimination, and unfair treatment while promoting equitable labour relations. Key provisions include minimum wage regulations, workplace safety standards, protection against unfair dismissal, and the right to collective bargaining. Labour laws also address issues such as working hours, overtime compensation, and social security benefits, ensuring workers receive just remuneration for their labour. Furthermore, these laws contribute to economic stability by fostering fair employment practices, reducing income inequality, and promoting social justice. Despite their significance, challenges such as inadequate enforcement, informal employment, and evolving labour market dynamics continue to hinder the full realization of labour rights. Strengthening legal frameworks, improving compliance mechanisms, and adapting to technological and economic changes are essential to ensuring that labour laws remain effective in protecting workers and promoting fair wages.