ESI act is not applicable for-

Ans. is 'None > a' i.e., Educational institutions Scope of ES1 includes : a. 10 or more worker whether power is used or not Shops Hotels Cinemas and Theatres Newspaper establishments Road-motor transpo establishments Private medical and educational institutions employing 20 or more persons (in some states). Note : o Educational institutions are also included under ESI scope. However, among the given options best answer is educational institutions because it is included only in some states and there should be 20 or more employed persons (which has not been mentioned).