Disqualification and removal of members

[Content as per the Act text provided, including sub-sections (1) to (4)] No employer shall by reason only of his liability for the payment of any contribution to the Fund, reduce whether directly or indirectly the wages of any worker to whom the scheme applies or the total quantum of benefits to which the worker is entitled under the terms of his employment, express or implied. Any person who contravenes any of the provisions of this Act or the scheme shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to six months or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.