• Dr. Ashima Majumdar

Social security is central to protecting the livelihoods and dignity of workers, especially in countries where a large share of employment lies in the informal sector. However, assessing social security is not straightforward, as it involves more than just income support or welfare schemes. Workers’ well-being depends on multiple factors such as job stability, fair wages, access to healthcare, workplace safety, skill development, and retirement protection. To capture this broader perspective, the Composite Labour Security Index (CLSI) offers a useful way of measuring and comparing the overall level of labour security across sectors and regions. By combining different indicators into a single index, it provides a clearer picture of the strengths and gaps in existing protection systems. This approach makes it possible to identify which groups of workers remain most vulnerable and where policy attention is urgently needed. At the same time, the CLSI helps track changes in labour security over time, making it a valuable tool for evaluating the impact of social protection programs.In a rapidly changing economy shaped by globalization and technological shifts, measuring social security through such a composite index is essential for building inclusive policies and ensuring equitable growth.

"MEASURING SOCIAL SECURITY AMONG THE WORKERS IN THE URBAN INFORMAL SECTOR OF ASSAM", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 9, page no.d547-d552, September-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2509374.pdf

"MEASURING SOCIAL SECURITY AMONG THE WORKERS IN THE URBAN INFORMAL SECTOR OF ASSAM", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 9, page no. ppd547-d552, September-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2509374.pdf