What are the laws that govern childcare facilities in India
India’s crèche scheme and the laws that govern childcare facilities | Explained
The laws that govern childcare facilities in India include:
- The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961: This act mandates that every establishment with at least 50 employees must have a childcare facility or provide access to a nearby facility for employees.
- The Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Act, 1948: Under this act, certain establishments are mandated to provide crèche facilities for female employees.
- The Factories Act, 1948: It stipulates that every factory employing at least 30 women must provide a childcare facility within the premises or in close proximity.
- The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009: Though not specific to childcare facilities, this act ensures free and compulsory education for children between the ages of 6 and 14 years.
- The National Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Policy, 2013: It outlines the government's commitment to the development and well-being of children in the age group of 0-6 years, promoting quality childcare and early learning.
- India's crèche scheme: Under this scheme, eligible employers reimburse a certain portion of the costs incurred by employees for childcare services.
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