Legal Question in Employment Law in India

Dear Sir / Madam

I joined a bank in 2011 as a probationary officer. I was under Service-Bond for 2 years of 1lakh rupees. But I didn't like the job, work culture(mental harassment), etc.. and hence I resigned after 3 months.

Now in 2014 they have sent me a notice from some lawyer that I am supposed to pay the amount 1 lakh + penalty.

Please suggest what can I do.

I can�t afford lawyer.


Asked on 8/04/14, 8:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Fca Prashant Chavan Expert Edge LLP

05.08.2014

Dear Sir / Madam,

Asking an employee to sign a Performance Bond being deemed to be termed as bonded labour is illegal and a criminal offense. You can simply write to the Bank that this being a malpractice, you do not have the means to pay the Bond amount. You should also detail therein instances of your harassment to justify your claim to resign.

Regards,

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Answered on 8/05/14, 6:44 am


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