Only i and iii.

The correct answer is Only i and iii.

• The Shops and Establishment Act is important legislation for the regulation of businesses in the states of India.
• The act is promulgated by the state and differs from one state to another.
• The act is regulated by the department of labour of the respective state.

 Important Features of the Act

• The act basically includes laws and regulations relating to

• The regulation of working hours.
• Payment of wages.
• Leave or Holiday.
• The terms of service
• Any other conditions of work for people working in various establishments.

• The rules of this act are applicable to people working in

• Commercial Establishments
• Shops
• Other establishments notified by the government.

• The act also regulates societies, charitable trusts, an educational institution for gain and premises in which activities like banking, insurance, and stock or share brokerage is carried on.
• However, factories are not covered by the shops and establishments act and are regulated by the Factories act 1948.
• Any shop or commercial establishment that commences operation must apply to the Chief Inspector for a Shop and Establishment Act License within time.
• On successful submission and review by the Chief Inspector, the Certificate of registration is issued.
• The registration certificate must be prominently displayed at the shop or commercial establishment and renewed periodically, as per the act.
• In case of closure, the occupier should notify the Chief Inspector in writing within fifteen days of closing, who after reviewing may cancel the registration.
• The Chief Inspector is appointed by the respective state government and hold power as provided by the Shops and Establishment Act.