Question

Who is an adolescent as per Factories Act, 1948?

• A. Who has completed 17 years
• B. Who is less than 18 years of age
• C. Who is more than 15 years but less than 18 years of age
• D. None of these

Hint:

Factories Act distinguishes between child (<15), adolescent (15–18), and adult (18+).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Definition under Factories Act.
The Act defines:
- Child: below 15 years.
- Adolescent: more than 15 years but less than 18 years.

Step 2: Elimination of wrong options.
- (A) Completing 17 years does not alone define adolescent.
- (B) Less than 18 years includes even children.
- (D) Incorrect as (C) is correct.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Correct definition is (C).