1. This document outlines the method of calculating variable dearness allowance (VDA) for scheduled employments in Karnataka. VDA is calculated by multiplying the yearly increase in consumer price index points by the rate of dearness allowance and 30 days.
2. For daily rates of wages, the monthly wage is divided by 26 to account for weekly holidays. Amounts are rounded to the nearest 50 paise or rupee. Employees receive double wages for working on weekly off days or public holidays.
3. The schedules provide the minimum wages and VDA for the period of April 1, 2011 to March 31, 2012 for various agricultural works categories including up-rooting, excavating, tractor ploughing