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 50
In which situation is a strike notice under Section 22 of the ID Act NOT necessary?
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Explanation:
"Notice to strike... is not necessary where there is already lockout in existence".
Question 51
In the case Sadual textile Mills v. Their workmen, what was the court's view on a lightning strike without notice?
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Explanation:
The judge observed that each worker striking was "guilty of misconduct under the standing orders... and liable to be summarily dismissed".
Question 52
The definition of 'employee' in the IR Code, 2020 is wide enough to include whom, unlike the previous definition of 'workman'?
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Explanation:
"As the definition is wide, literal interpretation will include white-collar employees".
Question 53
According to the text, what is a likely consequence of the mandatory internal grievance settlement process in the IR Code, 2020?
Result
Explanation:
"mandatory grievance settlement is likely to curb such practices" as frivolous industrial disputes.
Question 54
What is the primary financial implication for employers under the 'Worker re-skilling fund'?
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Explanation:
The fund consists of "contribution from employers @15 days' wages last drawn by the retrenched worker" which is "over and above the retrenchment compensation".
Question 55
Under the IR Code, 2020, what is the key change to the notice period for lock-outs?
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Explanation:
"Similarly, employers are required to provide 60 days' notice before imposing a lock-out".
Question 56
The concept of 'Public Relations' in the scope of industrial relations refers to the organization's interaction with whom?
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Explanation:
It is "termed as community relations. The interaction and relationship of the organization... with the society or external bodies is termed as public relations".
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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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