The principle of 'Equal Pay for Equal Work' was first authoritatively laid down by the Supreme Court of India in the case of Randhir Singh Vs. Union of India (1982). This case established that while absolute equality is not possible, the principle of equal pay for equal work is implicit in Article 14 and Article 39(d) of the Constitution.
The First case on 'Equal Pay for Equal Work' decided by Supreme Court of India is - Frank Anthony Public School Employee's Association Vs. UOI - Dhirendra Chamoli Vs. State of U.P. - Gopika Ranjan Choudhary Vs. Union of India. - Randhir Singh Vs. Union of India.
Asked in Junior Legal Officer 2019 · Topic: Fundamental Rights (Landmark Supreme Court Judgments related to Fundamental Rights)
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