Section 19: Maternity leave

The Goa Shops and Establishments Act, 1973State Act of Goa · Act 13 of 1974

Every woman who has been for a period of not less than six months preceding the date of her delivery, in continuous employment of the same employer whether in the same or different shops or commercial establishments, shall be entitled to receive from her employer for the period of—

(a) six weeks leave immediately preceding the day of delivery; and

(b) six weeks leave following the day of delivery.

CHAPTER V Health & Safety

Where this provision sits

Act	The Goa Shops and Establishments Act, 1973
Section	19
Marginal note	Maternity leave
Jurisdiction	State of Goa
Status	In force as published by the source

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