The Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Act, 1948 provides coverage to employees in non-seasonal power-using factories employing at least how many persons?
- A 5 persons
- B 10 persons ✓
- C 20 persons
- D 50 persons
Correct answer: B. 10 persons
Explanation
The ESI Act, 1948 applies to non-seasonal factories using power and employing 10 or more persons, and to non-power-using factories or shops employing 20 or more persons. The wage ceiling for coverage is currently Rs 21,000/month (Rs 25,000 for persons with disabilities). The employer contributes 3.25% and the employee 0.75% of wages. Factories Act threshold for inspections is different (employing 10 workers with power or 20 without power).
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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