In 2017, the Indian government passed the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, which amended the existing Maternity Benefit Act of 1961. The key features of the amendment are as follows: Extended maternity leave: The amendment increased the duration of maternity leave from 12 weeks to 26 weeks for all female employees in the organized sector, i.e., […]

In India, the Maternity Benefit Act of 1961 governs the maternity benefits, rights, and obligations of female employees. Here are the key provisions: Maternity leave: Female employees are entitled to a maternity leave of 26 weeks for the first two children. For the third child and beyond, the leave entitlement is 12 weeks. The leave […]