Why in News?
A Private Member’s Bill titled Right to Disconnect Bill was introduced in the Rajya Sabha by A. A. Rahim to address deteriorating work–life balance and rising mental health concerns due to “always-on” digital work culture.
Description:
Key Term: Right to Disconnect: Right of employees to disengage from work-related digital communication outside official working hours without adverse consequences.
Objectives:
- Protect personal time, mental rest, and recovery of employees
- Curb the “always-available” digital work culture
- Promote digital wellbeing and work–life balance
Private Member’s Bill vs Government Bill:
| Feature | Private Member’s Bill | Government Bill |
| Who introduces it? | Any MP who is not a Minister | A Minister (on behalf of the Government) |
| Reflects | Stand/views of individual MP or Opposition | Policies of the ruling government |
| Chances of passing | Very low (Only 14 Private Members’ Bills passed since 1950) | Very high |
| Business allocation | Discussed only on Fridays, post-lunch session | Can be taken up any day |
| Implication of rejection | No impact on government or confidence | May indicate loss of confidence (especially for key bills) |
| Notice period | One month’s notice required | Seven days’ notice |
| Financial Bills | Cannot introduce Money / Finance Bills | Government can introduce all categories of Bills |
Growing international practice: France (2017), Portugal (2021), Australia (2023) have legislated the right to disconnect.
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