The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 provides for the payment of maternity benefits to women employees in India.
1. Maternity leave for 26 weeks 2. Payment of maternity benefits 3. Medical bonus and other benefits 4. Prohibition of employment during maternity leave
1. Women employees in establishments with 10 or more employees 2. Women employees in factories, mines, and plantations
1. Maternity leave with pay 2. Medical bonus and other benefits 3. Protection from dismissal during maternity leave 4. Crèche facilities for nursing mothers
1. Provide maternity leave and benefits 2. Pay maternity benefits 3. Maintain records and registers 4. Comply with inspection and certification requirements
1. Fines and imprisonment 2. Other legal consequences
1. Protection of women's rights 2. Enhanced maternity benefits 3. Improved working conditions 4. Compliance with labor laws