• Dr.VENKATESHA

The Workers Movement in India, a pivotal facet of the country’s modern history, has been characterized by the collective struggles of labourers against oppressive working conditions, economic exploitation, and social inequality. Emerging in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the movement gained momentum alongside India’s broader fight for independence from colonial rule. The exploitation of labour, coupled with the adverse effects of industrialization, prompted workers to unite and demand fair wages, improved working conditions, and the right to organize. This movement has traversed a complex trajectory, encompassing diverse ideologies and strategies, and has significantly shaped the socio-economic landscape of the nation. Examining the historical evolution of the Workers’ Movement provides crucial insights into the challenges faced by the labouring class and their enduring struggle for dignity and justice in the face of an evolving socio-political milieu. For aspirants preparing for the UPSC examination, a comprehensive understanding of this movement is indispensable, as it serves as a lens through which to analyze the broader currents of modern Indian history.

The second half of the nineteenth century marked the beginning of modern industry in India

"THE WORKERS MOVEMENT IN INDIA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.4, Issue 3, page no.766-775, March-2017, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1703130.pdf

"THE WORKERS MOVEMENT IN INDIA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.4, Issue 3, page no. pp766-775, March-2017, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1703130.pdf