📘 Industrial Jurisprudence – A Critical Commentary | 2nd Edition (2015)
✒️ Authored by: Dr. E.M. Rao | Language: English | Publisher: Lexis Nexis
This acclaimed work by Dr. E.M. Rao provides a scholarly and critical analysis of the principles and development of industrial jurisprudence in India, addressing the interplay between labour rights, industrial relations, and social justice. Updated in its 2nd Edition (2015), the book blends theoretical insights, statutory interpretation, and judicial decisions, making it an essential resource for labour law practitioners, academicians, and students.
🔍 Key Features:
📜 Foundations of Industrial Jurisprudence – historical evolution, objectives, and scope of industrial law in India.
⚖️ Judicial Pronouncements – critical examination of landmark judgments of the Supreme Court and High Courts shaping industrial jurisprudence.
🏭 Core Labour Law Concepts – employer–employee relations, trade unions, collective bargaining, industrial disputes, and social security measures.
📚 Legislative Framework – commentary on key labour legislations including the Industrial Disputes Act, Factories Act, and other allied laws.
🛠️ Contemporary Issues – globalization, liberalization, contract labour, and the new dynamics of employer–employee relations.
📝 Critical Perspective – evaluates the adequacy of industrial laws in achieving constitutional goals of justice, equality, and dignity of labour.
🆕 Updated Content (2015 Edition) – reflects recent judicial developments and labour reforms up to publication.
🎯 Recommended For:
Advocates & labour law practitioners
Judges, industrial tribunal members, and adjudicating authorities
Trade unions, HR managers, and industry representatives
Academicians, researchers, and law students specialising in labour and industrial law
This second edition stands out as a critical and practice-oriented commentary, combining legal depth, socio-economic context, and judicial interpretation, making it an indispensable reference on industrial jurisprudence in India.
