Self-Registration for Gig, Platform and Unorganised Workers

Introduction The draft Code on Social Security (Central) Rules were released vide Notification G.S.R. 713 (E) on 13th November 2020 by the Ministry of Labour and Employment. Apart from replacing nine Central rules, the draft rules also provide for the procedure to be followed in the self-registration process by gig workers, platform workers and unorganized workers. They also shed light on the manner in which aggregators carry out self-assessment of the contribution payable under Section-114(4)…

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The Impact of the Code on Social Security, 2020 on Aggregators

Introduction The advent of app-based services operating on an aggregator model has ushered in a new era of convenience and choice for the Indian consumer. Additionally, it has helped small and medium business owners compete with veterans of the industry on online platforms. A key characteristic of this business model is that the end consumer as well as the provider of the service act as customers of the brand, there is also the partnership model…

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Gig/Platform Workers: India’s Biggest Growth Opportunity

The scope of freelance work in India has rapidly changed from being an alternate career option to an integral part of its labour market. Prior to the onset of the COVID-19 crisis, the freelance industry was expected to grow to an estimated value of $20-30 billion by 2025, according to reports from a leading newspaper. With companies being cash strapped and unwilling to take on full-time employees, freelance work also known as a gig/platform work…

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