Bare Act

The Nagaland Shops and Establishment Act, 1985

This legislation regulates working conditions, employment terms, working hours, rest intervals, weekly holidays, paid leave, wage payments, and health and safety standards in shops, commercial establishments, and public entertainment venues across Nagaland. It applies to business owners and employees, including apprentices, women, and young workers in commercial sectors, while exempting certain government, medical, emergency, and public utility services. The law matters because it safeguards workers against exploitation, prevents excessive working hours, guarantees statutory leave and notice before dismissal, and establishes an inspection framework to enforce fair, safe, and regulated labor practices in commercial enterprises.

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