The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961

This edition of The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 (Act No. 53 of 1961), updated up to 2026, incorporates all amendments introduced by The Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Acts, 2017 (Act 6 of 2017, dated 28-3-2017, w.e.f. 1-4-2017). It also includes The Maternity Benefit (Mines and Circus) Rules, 1963, as amended vide GSR 57(E), dated 29-1-2019, w.e.f. 29-1-2019. This Bare Act edition presents the complete statutory text along with short comments, ensuring accuracy and clarity for legal practitioners, students, HR professionals, and employers dealing with maternity and employment benefits. Published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., this volume serves as a reliable legal reference aligned with the latest legislative framework as applicable in 2026.