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What is the maximum time limit given under the Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923, for the dependent to claim compensation in the event of death of the workman arising out of or in course of employment?
Explanation
Under Section 10 of the Employee's Compensation Act, 1923 (formerly known as the Workmen's Compensation Act), a claim for compensation must be preferred before the Commissioner within two years of the occurrence of the accident or, in the case of death, within two years from the date of death.
While the original 1923 Act specified a period of six months, this was extended to two years by the Amendment Act of 1959. The Act further provides that the Commissioner may entertain a claim filed after the expiry of this period if they are satisfied that the failure to prefer the claim in due time was due to sufficient cause. This legislation serves as a vital social security measure, ensuring that dependents of a deceased workman receive timely financial support for accidents arising out of and in the course of employment.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Which of the following is/are the condition(s) precedent to valid retrenchment of a workman under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 ?
1. The workman has been given one month's notice in writing indicating the reasons for retrenchment
2. The workman has been paid at the time of retrenchment compensation which shall be equivalent to fifteen days' average wages for every completed year of continuous service
3. The workman has been paid, at the time of retrenchment, compensation which shall be equivalent to wages of thirty days service
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