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Social Security for Unorganized Workers in India: Still a Long Journey Ahead

Indian Journal of Industrial Relations

Volume 59 Issue 1

Published: 2023
Author(s) Name: Bighnesh Dash Mohapatra, Chandan Kumar Sahoo | Author(s) Affiliation: Professor, School of Management, National Institute of Technology Rourkela
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Abstract

Since its independence, India, as a welfare state, has assured for some provision and protection to its citizens, but the coverage is still fragmented. As a result of neoliberalism, the labor market witnessed an escalating growth of informal workers and nonstandardized work. Though contributing significantly to GDP, informal workers are still deprived of a fair wage, basic social security, contingent health benefits, and a decent work environment. Welfare policies have not addressed the socio-economic protection of unorganized workers, who are often termed the “missing middle” and “working poor”. The attempt here is to present a critical appraisal of the progress and performance of the promotional, protective, and preventive initiatives in India.

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