Indian Polity & Governance·Amendments
Labor Rights and Social Security — Amendments
Updated 19 Oct 2026
| Amendment | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42nd | 1976 | Inserted Article 43A, directing the State to take steps through legislation or other means to secure workers’ participation in management of industrial undertakings, establishments and organisations. | Adds a specific constitutional policy direction concerning labour participation. As a Directive Principle it does not by itself create an immediately enforceable individual management seat or replace the applicable labour-law and institutional arrangements. |