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Refusal to work in essential services is prohibited under which act?
A)
Epidemic Diseases Act
B)
Pandemic Conditions Act
C)
Disaster Management Act
D)
Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA)

Correct Answer :   Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA)


The Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) was enacted in 1968, to maintain certain essential services and the normal life of the community. The Act includes a list of essential services in its charter.
After the rapid increase in Covid-19 cases, the Chhattisgarh Government has invoked the Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA). The refusal to work in essential services has been prohibited. It includes health workers, sanitation workers, workers in water and power supply services etc.

Published On : April 18, 2021
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