SHORT ANSWER:
Yes, it is illegal to work more than 48 hours a week in most cases under Indian labor laws.
DETAILS:
- The Factories Act, 1948 states that no adult worker shall be required or allowed to work in a factory for more than 48 hours in a week.
- The Shops and Establishments Act of various states also generally limits working hours to 48 per week.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Employers may face penalties, including fines or imprisonment, for violating these provisions.
SOURCE:
- Factories Act, 1948 / Shops and Establishments Act
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