The document discusses the history and evolution of human resource (HR) functions in India. It notes that HR began in the 1950s focusing on basic employee welfare and discipline. Through the decades, HR shifted to recognize employees' value in productivity and implement HR techniques. Today, HR handles strategic functions like policy formulation, training, and industrial relations. The document also outlines key labor laws and organizations that helped develop and professionalize HR in India over the 20th century.

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6. HR IN A NUTSHELL: 06/02/09

8. Evolution Of HR in India Period Development status Emphasis Role 1920s-1930s Beginning Welfare clerical stroke disciplinary ,dismissal of workers] 1940s-1960s Struggling for Recognition Introduction to HR techniques and IR Administrative [leave, bonus, retirement etc] 1970s-1980s Strong industrial relations and disputes,Regulatory Managerial [housing, medical leave etc] 1990s Promising Human values, productivity through people Executive [formulating policies, T&D programs, MDPs etc] and managerial role

15. HR PAST AND PRESENT: 06/02/09