Question 31 of 46intermediate⚖️ EvaluateLong Answer4 marks

What can be done by each of the following so that the workers can get a fair share of benefits brought by globalisation?

(a)

government

Answer

The government can play a major role in making globalisation fair. Its policies must protect the interests of all people in the country, not only the rich and powerful. It can ensure that labour laws are properly implemented and workers get their rights. The government can support small producers to improve their performance until they become strong enough to compete. If necessary, it can use trade and investment barriers. It can negotiate at the WTO for 'fairer rules' and align with other developing countries to fight against the domination of developed countries.

(b)

employers at the exporting factories

Answer

Employers at exporting factories should ensure proper implementation of labour laws and provide workers with their rights. They should create better working conditions so that workers can share in the benefits of globalisation.

(c)

MNCs

Answer

MNCs should work towards fair globalisation that creates opportunities for all. They should ensure that the benefits of globalisation are shared better with workers and not just with producers and consumers.

(d)
Answer

Workers should be aware of their rights and demand fair treatment. They should organize to ensure they receive the protection and benefits they are entitled to, so they can share in the benefits brought by globalisation.

Explanation

The textbook context explicitly states what the government can do to ensure fair globalisation. For other stakeholders, the answer draws from the context's emphasis on fair globalisation creating opportunities for all, ensuring benefits are shared better, and the need for proper implementation of labour laws. The context notes that workers in the organised sector no longer get the protection and benefits they enjoyed earlier, indicating what needs to be addressed by all stakeholders.