The Constitution forbids employment of children below the age of years in dangerous jobs like factories and mines.

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SSC CGL 2022 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On : 03 Dec 2022 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 14.

Key Points

Article 24 of the Indian Constitution,
- Prohibition of child labour in Factories and Hazardous Industries.
- It is a Special Provision made for the Protection of Children.
- Under this Article, no child below the age of 14 years can be Employed to Work in any Factory or Mine Or Engaged in any other Hazardous Employment.
- Punishment is 6 months to 2 years Or 5000 rupees Or Both.

Additional Information

Nothing in Act shall apply where the child:
- Helps his family or family enterprise, which is other than any hazardous occupations or processes set forth in the Schedule, after his school hours or during vacations.
- Works as an artist in the audio-visual entertainment industry, including the advertisement, films, television serials or any such other entertainment or sports activities except the circus.