The new labour codes collectively point to a more structured and inclusive workplace environment for women across both formal and informal sectors. (AI Generated/News18 Hindi)

India has brought four major labour codes into force from 21 November, replacing and rationalising 29 older laws in what the government calls a landmark overhaul of the country’s labour framework. These older laws were crafted between the 1930s and 1950s, an era when the nature of work, technology, and the role of women in the economy were dramatically different.

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has said the new system modernises outdated regulations and aims to ensure “dignity for every worker," with several provisions focused specifically on improving opportunities , safety and equality for women.

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