Forced Labor
Definition
Forced labor refers to the practice of making individuals work against their will, often under threat of punishment or some form of coercion.
Analogy
Imagine being forced to play a sport you don't like every day without any choice or say in the matter. That's similar to forced labor, but instead of playing a game, it involves hard physical work and is much more severe.
Related terms
Slavery: This is a system where individuals known as slaves are treated as property and are forced to work for no pay.
Indentured Servitude: This is a form of labor where an individual agrees to work for a certain period in exchange for something else, usually passage to a new country. However, conditions can be harsh and exploitative.
Human Trafficking: This involves the illegal trade of humans for various forms of exploitation including forced labor.
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