1. Timely payment of wages
2. Payment of wages in cash or other authorized modes
3. Deductions from wages (authorized and unauthorized)
4. Maintenance of wage records and registers

1. Establishments with employees earning up to ₹24,000 per month
2. Factories, shops, and other establishments

1. Timely payment of wages
2. Protection of employees' rights
3. Improved employee morale and motivation
4. Compliance with labor laws

1. Pay wages timely and in authorized modes
2. Maintain accurate wage records and registers
3. Comply with deduction rules
4. Provide wage slips to employees

1. Fines and imprisonment
2. Other legal consequences

1. Regulation of wage payment
2. Protection of employees' rights
3. Improved employee morale and motivation
4. Compliance with labor laws