The Emigration Act, 1983

The Emigration Act, 1983 is an Indian law that consolidates and amends the existing laws relating to emigration. The Act aims to regulate the recruitment of Indian citizens for employment abroad and to protect their rights while overseas.

The Act defines key terms such as "emigrant," "recruiting agent," and "employer" and provides for the registration of recruiting agents, the issuance of permits to employers, and the requirement of emigration clearance for Indians seeking employment abroad. The Act also empowers the Central Government to appoint Protectors of Emigrants, who are responsible for ensuring that Indian citizens' rights are protected while overseas.

The Act provides various provisions for the recruitment of Indian citizens for employment abroad, including requirements for employers to obtain permits and for workers to obtain emigration clearance before departing India. The Act also prohibits certain types of employment, such as work in industries related to narcotics or smuggling, and requires employers to provide fair treatment and compensation to their employees.

The Act has been amended over the years to address various concerns and issues related to Indian citizens' rights while overseas. The Act is governed by the Central Government and is implemented through the Protector General of Emigrants and other authorities appointed under the Act.