Made for the maid

This is with reference to "Say bye bye to cheap Bais", TOI, 14 Mar 2008.

The proposed bill to ensure fixed pay and other benefits to house-maids, is a move in the right direction.
Economic imbalance is arguably the gravest issue that growing India, or rather "shining" India as we crave to call it, is facing today. In this nation, proud of the capability to aspire for a consistent 9% GDP growth, there is one class whose pockets are swelling uncontrollably, and there is another, for whom it is getting increasingly difficult to buy a square meal everyday. A considerable portion of the latter are these house-maids, who work tirelessly to earn as meagre an amount as 5 rupees a day per household. Most of these women are also victims of torture from their shameless men, despite being the bread winners and sole supporters of the family. Such policies would give them the ability to stand against atrocities, support their children better, and live a respectful life. Such initiatives from the government should be applauded.
Once the bill is in place, the next step would be to make sure that each and every needy is made aware of this and they know who to and how to approach with their complaints, if any.