{"id":38300,"date":"2025-09-06T13:09:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T07:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=38300"},"modified":"2025-09-06T13:09:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-06T07:39:06","slug":"maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Maharashtra Labour Law Reforms 2025: Longer Private Sector Working Hours Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Maharashtra_labour_law_reforms_2025_allow_10-hour_workdays_in_shops_and_12-hour_factory_shifts_with_overtime_benefits_Learn_key_details_exam_relevance_and_historical_context\" >Maharashtra labour law reforms 2025 allow 10-hour workdays in shops and 12-hour factory shifts with overtime benefits. Learn key details, exam relevance, and historical context.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Maharashtra_Extends_Private_Sector_Work_Hours_A_Major_Labour_Law_Shift\" >Maharashtra Extends Private Sector Work Hours: A Major Labour Law Shift<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Overview_of_the_Cabinet_Decision\" >Overview of the Cabinet Decision<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Criteria_and_Applicability\" >Criteria and Applicability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Worker_Rights_and_Protections\" >Worker Rights and Protections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Governments_Rationale\" >Government\u2019s Rationale<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Why_This_News_Matters\" >Why This News Matters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Closer_Alignment_with_Competitive_Labour_Norms\" >Closer Alignment with Competitive Labour Norms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Focus_on_Worker_Welfare_and_Flexibility\" >Focus on Worker Welfare and Flexibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Relevance_for_Exam_Aspirants\" >Relevance for Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CMaharashtra_Labour_Reforms%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cMaharashtra Labour Reforms\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#FAQs_Related_to_Maharashtra_Labour_Law_Reforms\" >FAQs Related to Maharashtra Labour Law Reforms<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#1_What_decision_has_the_Maharashtra_Cabinet_recently_taken_regarding_private_sector_working_hours\" >1. What decision has the Maharashtra Cabinet recently taken regarding private sector working hours?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#2_How_many_overtime_hours_are_permitted_under_the_new_rules\" >2. How many overtime hours are permitted under the new rules?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#3_Which_establishments_will_be_affected_by_the_amendments\" >3. Which establishments will be affected by the amendments?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#4_What_safeguards_have_been_introduced_for_workers_under_these_amendments\" >4. What safeguards have been introduced for workers under these amendments?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#5_Why_is_this_news_relevant_for_competitive_exam_aspirants\" >5. Why is this news relevant for competitive exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#6_How_does_this_reform_compare_with_other_states\" >6. How does this reform compare with other states?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#7_What_is_the_governments_rationale_behind_this_move\" >7. What is the government\u2019s rationale behind this move?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#8_What_is_the_weekly_limit_of_work_under_the_new_law\" >8. What is the weekly limit of work under the new law?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#9_Do_workers_have_the_right_to_refuse_overtime\" >9. Do workers have the right to refuse overtime?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#10_When_will_these_amendments_come_into_effect\" >10. When will these amendments come into effect?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/maharashtra\/maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maharashtra_labour_law_reforms_2025_allow_10-hour_workdays_in_shops_and_12-hour_factory_shifts_with_overtime_benefits_Learn_key_details_exam_relevance_and_historical_context\"><\/span>Maharashtra labour law reforms 2025 allow 10-hour workdays in shops and 12-hour factory shifts with overtime benefits. Learn key details, exam relevance, and historical context.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maharashtra_Extends_Private_Sector_Work_Hours_A_Major_Labour_Law_Shift\"><\/span><strong>Maharashtra Extends Private Sector Work Hours: A Major Labour Law Shift<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_the_Cabinet_Decision\"><\/span><strong>Overview of the Cabinet Decision<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Maharashtra Cabinet, led by CM Devendra Fadnavis, has approved amendments to both the Maharashtra Shops &amp; Establishments Act, 2017, and the Factories Act, 1948, to <strong>increase daily working hours<\/strong> in the private sector. Shops and establishments will now be permitted <strong>10-hour workdays<\/strong>, while factories and industrial units may extend shifts up to <strong>12 hours<\/strong>, subject to written worker consent. The amended laws also raise the <strong>overtime cap to 144 hours per quarter<\/strong>, up from current limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Criteria_and_Applicability\"><\/span><strong>Criteria and Applicability<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These reforms will apply only to establishments with <strong>20 or more employees<\/strong>, reducing the number of entities under law from <strong>8.5 million to approximately 56,000<\/strong>. Businesses with fewer employees will be exempt from registration requirements but must still notify authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worker_Rights_and_Protections\"><\/span><strong>Worker Rights and Protections<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amendments stipulate that overtime must be compensated at <strong>double the basic wage plus allowances<\/strong>, and <strong>employee consent is mandatory<\/strong> for extra hours. New rest requirements also include a <strong>30-minute break after every six hours of work<\/strong> (up from five). The weekly work cap remains <strong>48 hours<\/strong>, with overtime permissible up to <strong>60 hours weekly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Governments_Rationale\"><\/span><strong>Government\u2019s Rationale<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to state authorities, these changes aim to <strong>boost ease of doing business<\/strong>, <strong>attract investments<\/strong>, and <strong>support job creation<\/strong>, particularly by easing compliance burdens for small businesses. The moves also align labor laws with practices in states like <strong>Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and Tripura<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Maharashtra-labour-law-reforms-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thelogicalindian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Web-Featured-Image-3.jpg\" alt=\"Maharashtra labour law reforms 2025\" title=\"Maharashtra labour law reforms 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Maharashtra labour law reforms 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Matters\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Matters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Closer_Alignment_with_Competitive_Labour_Norms\"><\/span><strong>Closer Alignment with Competitive Labour Norms<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maharashtra\u2019s move to extend working hours reflects broader efforts to modernize labour frameworks. As a hub for industries and services, aligning norms with other reformist states could enhance the state&#8217;s economic competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_Worker_Welfare_and_Flexibility\"><\/span><strong>Focus on Worker Welfare and Flexibility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While increasing working hours may raise concerns about worker fatigue, the government emphasizes safeguards like <strong>higher overtime pay, consent-based arrangements<\/strong>, and <strong>mandatory breaks<\/strong>, indicating a design that favors flexibility alongside productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span><strong>Relevance for Exam Aspirants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For government exam aspirants, this update is critical:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It reflects <strong>current legislative trends<\/strong> in labour reforms and federal-state dynamics (especially regarding presidential assent for the Factories Act).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It underscores the <strong>tension between industrial growth and labor rights<\/strong>, a recurrent theme in policy-based questions across teaching, civil services, and other competitive exams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maharashtra\u2019s amendments are rooted in evolving national and state-level labour reforms. Historically, the Indian Labor Code mandated a <strong>9-hour workday<\/strong>, and labour protections under laws like the Factories Act and Shops &amp; Establishments Acts have emphasized worker safety and reasonable hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, in recent years, a <strong>push for labour flexibility<\/strong>\u2014enabling extended work hours under consent, especially during peak demand\u2014has emerged across multiple states. States such as Karnataka and Tamil Nadu piloted similar reforms, prompting Maharashtra to follow suit The inclusion of provisions like mandatory consent, enhanced breaks, and overtime pay aims to <strong>balance modernization with worker welfare.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CMaharashtra_Labour_Reforms%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cMaharashtra Labour Reforms\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Maharashtra extends private sector daily work hours to 10 hours (shops) and 12 hours (factories).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Overtime allowed up to 144 hours per quarter, with double pay and required worker consent.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Applicability narrowed to establishments with <strong>20+ employees<\/strong>, reducing regulated entities from 8.5 million to ~56,000.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Mandatory 30-minute rest break after every 6 hours; weekly work capped at 48 hours, with 60 hours of overtime allowed.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Reforms aim to enhance ease of business, investment climate, and job creation, while including safeguards for worker welfare.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Maharashtra labour law reforms 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Related_to_Maharashtra_Labour_Law_Reforms\"><\/span><strong>FAQs Related to Maharashtra Labour Law Reforms<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_decision_has_the_Maharashtra_Cabinet_recently_taken_regarding_private_sector_working_hours\"><\/span><strong>1. What decision has the Maharashtra Cabinet recently taken regarding private sector working hours?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved amendments allowing shops to operate with <strong>10-hour workdays<\/strong> and factories with <strong>12-hour shifts<\/strong>, subject to worker consent and enhanced overtime compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_overtime_hours_are_permitted_under_the_new_rules\"><\/span><strong>2. How many overtime hours are permitted under the new rules?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The overtime cap has been raised to <strong>144 hours per quarter<\/strong>, with double wages and written consent required for additional work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_establishments_will_be_affected_by_the_amendments\"><\/span><strong>3. Which establishments will be affected by the amendments?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The new provisions will apply only to establishments with <strong>20 or more employees<\/strong>, significantly reducing the total number of regulated entities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_safeguards_have_been_introduced_for_workers_under_these_amendments\"><\/span><strong>4. What safeguards have been introduced for workers under these amendments?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safeguards include <strong>mandatory consent for extended hours, higher overtime wages, 30-minute rest breaks after six hours of work,<\/strong> and a weekly work cap of 48 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_is_this_news_relevant_for_competitive_exam_aspirants\"><\/span><strong>5. Why is this news relevant for competitive exam aspirants?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is significant because it relates to <strong>labour law reforms, industrial relations, and ease of doing business<\/strong>, topics frequently asked in UPSC, PSC, SSC, banking, and other government exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_does_this_reform_compare_with_other_states\"><\/span><strong>6. How does this reform compare with other states?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similar labour reforms allowing longer shifts have already been introduced in <strong>Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and Tripura.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_governments_rationale_behind_this_move\"><\/span><strong>7. What is the government\u2019s rationale behind this move?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The government aims to <strong>improve ease of business, attract investments, create jobs,<\/strong> and reduce compliance burdens on smaller businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_weekly_limit_of_work_under_the_new_law\"><\/span><strong>8. What is the weekly limit of work under the new law?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The weekly work cap remains <strong>48 hours<\/strong>, though overtime can push total work up to <strong>60 hours per week<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Do_workers_have_the_right_to_refuse_overtime\"><\/span><strong>9. Do workers have the right to refuse overtime?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. <strong>Written consent<\/strong> is mandatory before assigning extended work hours, protecting workers\u2019 choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_When_will_these_amendments_come_into_effect\"><\/span><strong>10. 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