The Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971
The Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971 is a state-level legislation in India that aims to regulate the recognition of trade unions and prevent unfair labor practices in the state of Maharashtra. The Act provides for the registration of trade unions and lays down the procedures for the recognition of a union as a representative of workers in a particular industry or establishment. The Act also defines unfair labor practices and provides for their prevention and redressal. Under the Act, any worker or trade union can file a complaint before the Labor Court alleging any unfair labor practice committed by the employer or any other person. The Labor Court has the power to investigate the complaint, make an inquiry, and pass an appropriate order. The Act also empowers the state government to constitute a Grievance Redressal Committee to resolve industrial disputes arising out of unfair labor prac...