Section124
The Code on Social Security, 2020

Employer not to reduce wages, etc

In force Act 36 of 2020 As on 14 Oct 2026

Act 36 of 2020 Ministry Labour and Employment Enacted 28 Sep 2020

Section 124 of the Code on Social Security, 2020 deals with employer not to reduce wages, etc. No employer in relation to an establishment to which this Code or any scheme framed thereunder applies shall, by reason only of his liability for the payment of any contribution under this Code, or any charges thereunder reduce whether directly or indirectly, the wages of any employee to whom the pr The Act was enacted on 28 Sep 2020.

No employer in relation to an establishment to which this Code or any scheme framed thereunder applies shall, by reason only of his liability for the payment of any contribution under this Code, or any charges thereunder reduce whether directly or indirectly, the wages of any employee to whom the provisions of this Code or any scheme framed thereunder applies or the total quantum of benefits to which such employee is entitled under the terms of his employment, express or implied.

Section 124, The Code on Social Security, 2020 (Act 36 of 2020).

Questions about Section 124

What does Section 124 of the Code on Social Security deal with?

Section 124 of the Code on Social Security is headed "Employer not to reduce wages, etc". No employer in relation to an establishment to which this Code or any scheme framed thereunder applies shall, by reason only of his liability for the payment of any contribution under this Code, or any charges thereunder reduce whether directly or indirectly, the wages of any employee to whom the pr

How do I find court cases under Section 124 of the Code on Social Security?

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When was Section 124 of the Code on Social Security enacted?

Section 124 of the Code on Social Security, cited as Code on Social Security 124, was enacted on 28 Sep 2020 as Act 36 of 2020. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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