With reference to casual workers employed in India, consider the following statements: 1. All casual workers are entitled for Employees Provident Fund coverage. 2. All casual workers are entitled for regular working hours and overtime payment. 3. The government can by a notification specify that an establishment or industry shall pay wages only through its bank account. Which of the above statements are correct?

Options

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer

2 and 3 only

Explanation

Casual workers are not automatically entitled to EPF unless covered by specific notifications. However, they are entitled to regular hours and overtime under the Minimum Wages Act. The government can mandate wage payments via bank transfer.

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