A Long History of Worker Protection
The origins of Indian labour law can be traced back to the early 20th century with the introduction of the Factories Act, of 1910. This act limited working hours, prohibited child labour, and regulated working conditions in factories.  Since then, a comprehensive legislative framework has emerged to cover various aspects of employment.

List of Labour Laws in India

1. The Factories Act of 1948
2. The Minimum Wages Act of 1948
3. The Employee's State Insurance Act of 1948
4. The Employee's Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act of 1952
5. The Plantation Labour Act of 1951
6. The Mines Act of 1952
7. The Payment of Wages Act of 1936
8. The Industrial Disputes Act of 1947
9. The Maternity Benefits Act of 1961
10. The Bonus Act of 1965
11. The Payment of Gratuity Act of 1972
12. The Equal Remuneration Act of 1976
13. The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act of 1970
14. The Shops and Establishment Acts (of various states)
15. The Trade Unions Act of 1926