Rights and Benefits of Female Workers under the Labor Law 2006: A Case Study in Dhaka City

This study investigates the Rights and Benefits of the Bangladesh Labor Law 2006 in safeguarding the rights and benefits of female garment workers in Dhaka City.Using a sample of 230 respondents across five industrial zones, the research was conducted from January to December 2024.Findings indicate considerable disparities between legal provisions and real-world practices, particularly in areas such as maternity leave, overtime compensation, rest facilities, and awareness of legal rights.While basic health and food facilities are widely available, only 72.5% of workers reported receiving maternity benefits, and over 60% worked beyond standard hours without proper compensation.The study emphasizes the urgent need for enhanced legal enforcement, improved factory-level compliance, and targeted awareness campaigns to ensure that female workers can fully realize their entitled rights.These insights offer practical implications for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and labor rights organizations aiming to foster gender-equitable working conditions in Bangladesh's RMG sector.