Multiple choice

Choose the correct option for the given statements.

Assertion (A): Definition of lay-off as given under the Industrial Disputes Act does not confer any power on the management to lay-off. Reason (R): Financial stringency cannot constitute a ground for lay-off.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Lay off means to discontinue work or activity to dismiss/discharge temporarily. Lay off does not confer any power on the management to lay-off. Financial stringency can never be a ground for lay off held by Supreme Court. Reason doesn't constitute correct explanation for assertion. 

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