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Background
Overview
Forced labor is a critical social justice issue, a human rights violation, and has significant implications for international trade, ethical supply chains, and India's foreign policy and economic relations. India's recent amendment to its foreign trade policy directly addresses this.
Bonded labor, also known as debt bondage, is a system of forced labor where individuals are compelled to work to repay a debt, often for generations, with little or no pay. It is a severe violation of human rights and a form of modern slavery, primarily affecting vulnerable communities.