Q. With reference to e Shram portal, consider the following:
1. It aims to create a comprehensive database of unorganized employment in India.
2. It is launched by Ministry of Labour and Employment (MOLE).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Both the statements are correct.
About E Shram Portal: To register 38 crore unorganized workers such as construction labourers, migrant workforce, street vendors, and domestic workers, among others.
- The workers will be issued an e-Shram card containing a 12-digit unique number.
- If a worker is registered on the eSHRAM portal and meets with an accident, he will be eligible for Rs 2.0 Lakh on death or permanent disability and Rs 1.0 lakh on partial disability.
Implementation: Government in States/UTs will conduct registration of unorganized workers across the country.
Source: Big claims of rapid economic formalization are suspect
