Article 41 of the Constitution of India This Directive Principle of State Policy states that "The State shall, within the limits of its economic capacity and development, make effective provision for securing the right to work, to education and to public assistance in cases of unemployment, old age, sickness and disablement, and in other cases of undeserved want." Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 This Act provides for the payment of gratuity to employees who have rendered satisfactory service for a certain period. Gratuity is considered a retirement benefit and a form of social security, directly aligning with the spirit of Article 41 which aims to provide for citizens in cases of unemployment, old age, etc. Other Articles Article 46: Deals with the promotion of educational and economic interests of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other weaker sections. Article 42: Deals with just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief. Article 39-A: Deals with equal justice and free legal aid.
In pursuance of which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India, Indian Parliament has passed “The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972” ? - (5) Question not attempted
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