Legislative Lethargy' in Protecting Informal Women Workers: Understanding the Legal Discourse on 'Paid Domestic Work' in India

Sophy, K.J.

Legislative Lethargy' in Protecting Informal Women Workers: Understanding the Legal Discourse on 'Paid Domestic Work' in India - Economic and Political Weekly 2024 - 50-57

Despite strong mobilisation efforts since 1953 and numerous private member bills, domestic workers in India remain unrecognised as a sector requiring welfare and protection. This paper examines the legislature's historical approach to DWs, arguing that le


Domestic Workers
Informal Women Workers
Legal Discourse
Paid Domestic Work
Legislative Lethargy