New Delhi, Jan. 29 -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Union Government to explore enacting a comprehensive law to safeguard the rights and dignity of domestic workers.
A bench comprising Justice Surya Kant and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan instructed the Ministry of Labour & Employment, in collaboration with related ministries, to establish an expert committee to assess the feasibility of such a law and submit its findings within six months.
The bench emphasized the critical role of domestic workers in urban households, performing essential tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and caregiving. Despite their growing demand, the Court noted that they remain vulnerable to exploitation and abuse due to the absence of a nationwide legislative fr...