The Maternity Benefit Act 1961

This edition of The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 provides the complete and updated statutory framework governing maternity leave, workplace benefits, nursing breaks, and employment protection for women in India. Incorporating the significant 2017 amendments and the updated Maternity Benefit (Mines and Circus) Rules, 1963, this Bare Act serves as a reliable and practical legal resource. It ensures clarity on employer obligations, employee entitlements, and regulatory compliance essential to workplaces across various sectors.

Key Features

• Complete text of The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 with the latest amendments.
• Includes the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Acts, 2017, reflecting updated maternity leave duration and employer obligations.
• Covers the Maternity Benefit (Mines and Circus) Rules, 1963 with 2019 amendments.
• Provides short comments for easier interpretation and application.
• Updated for the year 2026, ensuring recent legal references.
• Clear formatting for quick access by practitioners, employers, and students.
• Published by Commercial Law Publishers, known for authoritative Bare Acts.

This book is highly useful for HR professionals, legal practitioners, compliance officers, labour consultants, academicians, and law students who require a comprehensive understanding of maternity-related workplace laws. It is equally relevant for employers, business owners, and corporate management teams responsible for implementing employee welfare policies in accordance with statutory requirements.