The major amendments of the Apprentices (Amendment) Bill, 2014 are:-
1. In place of strict regulation of seats for every trade, a band of 2.5 percent to 10 percent at establishment level to provide flexibility to industry.
2. Industry will also be allowed to undertake new courses (other than designated trades) which are demand based.
3. The regime for penalties and inspection will be reasonable and exception based for reducing harassment.
4. Establishments operating in four or more States will be taken into the fold of Central authorities for easy interface.
5. Small industries are being permitted to aggregate apprentices through approved third parties, and also to outsource basic training.
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