Prepare for the 2025 EPFO and UPSC Exams with this complete set of Industrial Relations MCQs with Answers and Explanations. These practice questions cover Trade Unions, Collective Bargaining, Labour Welfare, Industrial Disputes, and Employee Relations. Each question includes a short, clear explanation so you can learn faster.
Industrial Relations builds a strong understanding of how employers, employees, and management work together. Good relations improve productivity and reduce conflict. For this reason, this topic is one of the most important parts of the EPFO exam.
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Question 15
What was the Seventh Five-Year Plan's stance on tackling industrial sickness?
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Explanation:
The plan states that the "Government cannot bear the huge burden of losses" from sick industries.
Question 16
The process of collective bargaining is comprised of three distinct steps. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
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Explanation:
The three steps listed are: "1. The creation of the trade agreement, 2. The interpretation of the agreement, and 3. The enforcement of the agreement" .
Question 17
In which situation does collective bargaining become very difficult for an employer, according to the text?
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Explanation:
It is difficult "In industries, where the prices of products are fixed by the Government," as the employer cannot raise prices to meet wage demands.
Question 18
What is a key reason that apprentices are now in a different position under the IR Code, 2020?
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Explanation:
The text notes that under the new code, "apprentices can no longer raise industrial disputes" because they are excluded from the 'worker' definition.
Question 19
Under the IR Code, 2020, what is the key difference between how establishments with 299 workers and 301 workers handle retrenchment?
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Explanation:
Establishments with 300 or more workers must obtain prior permission, while those below 300 can proceed by simply notifying the government.
Question 20
What right does a registered trade union have that an unregistered one does not, according to Section 13 of the TUA?
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Explanation:
A registered union has the "Power to contract and hold and acquire any movable and immovable property" and can sue and be sued by its name.
Question 21
The 'Social Action Approach' of Max Weber gives theoretical and operational importance to what concept in industrial relations?
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Explanation:
The Weberian approach "gives the theoretical and operational importance to 'control' as well as to the power struggle to control work organizations...".
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You can start by practicing questions daily. Review the answers and note any mistakes. Over time, you will improve your accuracy and confidence. To get deeper insights, visit trusted resources like the Ministry of Labour and Employment and the International Labour Organization These sites provide helpful updates on labour policies and industrial standards.
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Important: To unlock the free PDF download, you must attempt all MCQs in this set. This ensures complete practice, boosts your exam readiness, and allows you to download a full PDF for offline study anytime, anywhere.
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