Question

    Under the provisions of Code 76 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, what happens if a worker is entitled to more favorable benefits under another law?

    A The worker loses all benefits Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The worker receives the more favorable benefits Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The worker receives benefits only under this Code Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The worker forfeits all benefits Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ans. b, As per Code 76. (1) The provisions of this Chapter shall have effect notwithstanding anything inconsistent therewith contained in any other law including standing orders made under Chapter IV: Provided that where under the provisions of any other Act or rules, orders or notifications issued thereunder or under any standing orders or any award, contract or service or otherwise, a worker is entitled to benefits in respect of any matter which are more favourable to him than those to which he would be entitled under this Code, the worker shall continue to be entitled to the more favourable benefits in respect of that matter, notwithstanding that he receives benefits in respect of other matters under this Chapter.

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