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Consider the following statements:

  1. 1.The Factories Act, 1881 was passed with a view to fix the wages of industrial workers and to allow the workers to form trade unions.
  2. 2.N.M. Lokhande was a pioneer in organising the labour movement in British India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.Both 1 and 2
  4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: B. 2 only

The Factories Act of 1881 primarily aimed at regulating working conditions for children and women, limiting working hours, and introducing basic safety measures. It did not focus on fixing wages or the formation of trade unions. N.M. Lokhande is widely recognized for his early and significant efforts in advocating for the rights of industrial workers in India, laying the groundwork for organized labor movements.

Source: UPSC gs1 2017

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