Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Change and Development in industrial Society

Question:
Select a statement which describes the conditions of 'badli' workers.
Options:
Badli workers are temporary workers who are employed in leave vacancies.
Badli workers are recruiters in Kanpur textile mills.
Badli workers are owners of shares in Kanpur textile mills.
Badli workers are traditional craftsmen from badlapur.
Correct Answer:
Badli workers are temporary workers who are employed in leave vacancies.
Explanation:
Many factories employ badli workers who substitute for regular permanent workers who are on leave. Many of these badli workers have actually worked for many years for the same company but are not given the same status and security.