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SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHALLENGES OF UNORGANIZED LABOR IN RAJASTHAN: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ORGANIZED AND UNORGANIZED SECTORS IN THE JAIPUR REGION

Tejpal Mehraniya

This paper delves into the socio-economic challenges faced by unorganized labor in Rajasthan, with a specific focus on the Jaipur region. The unorganized sector, encompassing informal employment arrangements, is characterized by significant instability, lower wages, and minimal access to social benefits compared to the organized sector. This comparative study aims to highlight these disparities by juxtaposing the experiences of workers in the unorganized sector with those in the organized sector, which typically offers more stable employment, better wages, and comprehensive benefits. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys to capture a broad spectrum of experiences. The findings reveal that unorganized laborers in Jaipur grapple with precarious job conditions, limited social security, and inadequate working environments, contrasting sharply with the more secure and regulated conditions in organized sector employment. By analyzing these differences, the paper seeks to provide valuable insights into the specific challenges facing unorganized workers and underscore the systemic issues contributing to their disadvantaged position. The study concludes with a set of recommendations aimed at policymakers and stakeholders, advocating for targeted interventions to enhance labor protections, improve working conditions, and provide greater access to social security for unorganized labor. These recommendations are intended to bridge the gap between organized and unorganized sectors and foster more equitable labor practices in the region.


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