Labour and Industrial Laws” by Dr. V. G. Goswami, who was recipient of the Vidhi Bhushan Award (2018), is a leading and authoritative work in the field of labour jurisprudence and industrial relations. With a foreword by Justice Mahavir Singh of the Allahabad High Court, the book has long served as a trusted academic and practical guide for students, teachers, lawyers, judges, and professionals dealing with employment and industrial relations law.

In its 11th Edition, this work provides a comprehensive analysis of the latest statutory amendments, judicial decisions, and policy developments shaping India’s labour landscape. It covers important enactments such as the Employees’ State Insurance Act, Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, Maternity Benefit Act, Payment of Gratuity Act, and Industrial Disputes Act, incorporating all recent changes and their practical implications.

The book explores the evolution of industrial jurisprudence, tracing its roots to the early legislative measures inspired by ILO conventions and its growth through Indian constitutional and judicial developments. It highlights the balancing of interests among employers, employees, and the community — a hallmark of labour law in a welfare state. Dr. Goswami’s analysis also reflects the shift in judicial trends emphasising both industrial discipline and social justice.

Written in a lucid and scholarly style, the 11th edition integrates significant Supreme Court and High Court rulings, illustrating the evolving interpretation of industrial relations.

Comprehensive yet accessible, this edition continues to be a definitive text for students of law, academicians, practitioners, and policymakers, reaffirming Dr. Goswami’s enduring contribution to the study and practice of labour and industrial law in India.