Two weeks ago, the Karnataka Cabinet passed a labour legislation that effectively reserved 50% of jobs in managerial positions and 70% in non-managerial positions for local candidates in private firms. The controversial bill was severely criticised by businesses for being heavy-handed, forcing the government to stop the legislation temporarily.
State Employment of Local Candidates in the Industries, Factories and Other Establishments Bill, 2024 government shelved a labour reservation bill. But what does this piece of legislation say about India's job?
Guest: Dr Suresh Babu, Director, Madras Institute of Development Studies, Chennai.
Host: John Xavier, Technology Editor, The Hindu.
Produced by Jude Francis Weston
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