Question

Q49. With respect to the Maternity Benefit Act 2017, which one of the following statements is incorrect?

• A. (a) A woman with two children will be entitled to 12 weeks of maternity leave.
• B. (b) The bill requires every establishment to provide creche facilities.
• C. (c) The Act provides the provision for work from home with mutual agreement between the employer and the women.
• D. (d) The benefits available under the act must be given in writing and electronically to the woman.

Answer 1

The correct option is B (b) The bill requires every establishment to provide creche facilities.

The Act requires every establishment with 50 or more employees to provide creche facilities within a prescribed distance.