Reviewed case brief

Jalan Trading Co. v. Mill Mazdoor Sabha

AIR 1967 SC 691

## Summary

full-bench-formulawage-fixationminimum-wagesfinancial-capacitybonus
Court
Supreme Court of India
Year
1966
Subjects
Labour Law II
Reviewed
2026-06-28

Rule established

The Full Bench Formula (laid down in Associated Cement Companies) for fixing wages is not a rigid formula. It provides a floor and framework but must be adapted to the financial capacity of the industry and cost of living. Bonus and dearness allowance are distinct from wages.

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    Issues

      Held

        Ratio decidendi

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        AIR 1967 SC 691

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