What is the penalty for paying less than the minimum wage?
- Paying less than the Code requires can bring a fine of up to ₹50,000 s. 54(1)(a).
- A repeat within five years can bring imprisonment of up to three months, a fine of up to ₹1 lakh, or both s. 54(1)(b).
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