Abstract:
This thesis is focused on evaluating the relationship of child labour and its impact on poverty in
the Automobile Industry, ICT. The objective of this research is to determine the extent to which
child labour influences poverty while encompassing the social, political, and economic aspects
of rampant child labour found in ICT workshops. Furthermore, it encompasses studying the
working conditions of children, their willingness to stay in the labour market and the
generational transfer of child labour.
The research methodology employs a quantitative and qualitative approach involving the
collection of primary and secondary data. In addition to this, Rational Choice Theory is
integrated to further conceptualize the theoretical framework. Interviews of experts and
policymakers were carried out to determine how Pakistan could develop a cohesive child labor
policy approach. Key findings identified that child labour has a negative impact on poverty and
parents as well as children are satisfied with this trend as it results in a significant contribution
to household income. Hence, at this point, full eradication of child labour cannot be achieved in
Pakistan, rather systematic steps can be taken to work towards reducing it. The government
departments need to document information and provide alternatives to child labour by focusing
on better interdepartmental coordination, communication, and budget dissemination.
