Question : CHILD LABOUR



(a) the number of child labour in the country as per the latest census State-wise;

(b) the details of action taken by the Government for banning the practice of child labour in 1998, 1999 and 2000; and

(c) the time by which a blanket ban on child labour is likely to take effect in the country along with the target set and action plan formulated in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF LABOUR ( DR. SATYANARAYAN JATIYA )

(a) to (c): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.