India at 114th International Labour Conference: Global Coalition for Social Justice meeting, Geneva

📌 Summary:

• Union MoS for Labour & Employment and MSME, Ms. Shobha Karandlaje, led the Indian delegation to the 114th International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva
• She participated in the Coordination Group Meeting of the Global Coalition for Social Justice (GCSJ)
• The GCSJ, established in 2023 by the International Labour Organization (ILO), is a multi-stakeholder platform to strengthen multilateral cooperation and convert political commitments into concrete action
• India reaffirmed commitment to inclusive growth, stronger social protection systems, responsible business practices and international cooperation for equitable, resilient labour markets
• She met the ILO Director-General and Labour Ministers of Bangladesh, Moldova, Brazil, Switzerland and the Vice Minister of Belgium

🎯 UPSC Relevance: GS2 — international organisations, India and the ILO, social justice diplomacy.

📝 Prelims Facts:

• ILO — UN specialised agency, HQ Geneva, founded 1919, unique tripartite structure (governments, employers, workers)
• ILC is the ILO's apex decision-making body; GCSJ launched 2023

🔑 Key Term: Global Coalition for Social Justice — ILO-led multilateral platform for social justice.