The concept of workers’ participation in management crystallizes the concept of Industrial Democracy. It is also felt that by giving workers a voice in their companies, employers are blurring class distinctions and are trying to divert unions from their fundamental task of destroying capitalism. Industrial Democracy would mean “by the workers, for the workers and of the workersâ€. The concept of workers’ participation in management is considered as a mechanism where workers have a say in the decision making process of an enterprise. It is a step towards achieving social justice. It gives the workers as much power as the management. The essence of participation is power-sharing between workers and management. The workers’ participation of management lies in the firm belief and confidence in the individual, in his capacity for growth and learning, in his ability to contribute significantly with his hands, head as well as his heart. This concept also implies that the narrow conventional outlook of antagonism of interests be discarded substituting in its place a community of purpose and extending co-operation in promoting the well-being of Labour and Management in industry. Workers’ participation in Industry is industrial democracy in action based on the principles of equity, equality and voluntarism. It gives to the employees’ representatives the right to criticize and to offer constructive suggestions and to become aware of various delicate issues involved in decision making.
Volume 11 | 09-Special Issue
Pages: 1305-1309
DOI: 10.5373/JARDCS/V11/20192740