Question

    Which of the following best describes “garden leave”?

    A A mandatory leave given to employees for vacation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B A leave to terminated employee for not working but getting paid Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C A mandatory leave for pursuing higher education Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D A mandatory leave, given in block of certain years, for child care Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E An allowance given to employees to fund vacations in old age Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Garden leave or gardening leave refers to the phase in which, the employees, having resigned or otherwise had their employment terminated, are not allowed to work because of the job termination contract, but they still get the payment. During this period, employees cannot execute their regular work at the office or join another job.

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