Which one of the following statements is correct regarding 'compensation' under the Employees' Compensation Act, 1923

CS Executive · Industrial, Labour & General Laws · PYQS · June 2016

(A) The employer can make payment of compensation directly to the legal heirs of the deceased employee

(B) The compensation money does not bear the first charge on the assets transferred by the employer

(C) The amount of compensation payable under this Act, cannot be assigned or charged, save as provided by this Act

(D) An agreement by an employee with the employer to relinquish any right of compensation is enforceable by the employer.

Answer & Explanation:

Correct Answer: Option (C)

Official answer key: (C).

Topics: Employees' Compensation Act, 1923