The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, protects the rights of working women by ensuring adequate leave and financial support during pregnancy and childbirth. The Act promotes workplace equality and supports the health and well-being of women employees.
Applies to establishments with 10 or more employees, including factories, mines, plantations, shops, and commercial establishments.
Women are entitled to full wages based on their average daily earnings during the three months prior to leave.
Women who have worked for at least 80 days in the 12 months preceding the expected delivery
date.
Extended leave may be granted as unpaid leave, subject to employer discretion.
Yes, if they meet the eligibility criteria under the Act.
Creche facilities are required for establishments with 50 or more employees.
Yes, women are entitled to six weeks of paid leave in such cases.
Drafting maternity leave policies compliant with legal standards.
Monitoring leave records and ensuring timely payments.
Guidance on implementing creche facilities and other supportive measures.
Alerts on amendments and compliance deadlines.
