When was Labor Day first celebrated in India?

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Answer

1923

Explanation

Labor Day was first celebrated in India in 1923 in Chennai under the initiative of the Labour Kisan Party of Hindustan.

Key Points

  • > It is celebrated on May 1st
  • > This day is celebrated in memory of the Chicago incident
  • > The demand for 8-hour work shifts for laborers was the primary focus

Additional Information

  • Article 42 of the Indian Constitution talks about humane conditions of work.
SubjectInformation
Place of first celebrationChennai
Year1923
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