The Factories Act, 1948 provides that creches to be established and maintained for the use of children under the age of six years in factories employing _______

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) More than thirty women workers 

Explanation:
• Section 48 of the Factories Act, 1948, mandates the provision of creches in industrial establishments.
• It states that in every factory wherein more than thirty women workers are ordinarily employed, a suitable room or rooms (creches) must be provided for the use of children under the age of six years.
• These rooms must provide adequate accommodation, be adequately lighted and ventilated, and be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
• The rooms must be under the charge of women trained in the care of children and infants. 

Information Booster:
• The Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017, also mandates creche facilities for establishments employing 50 or more employees.
• The Factories Act focuses on the health, safety, and welfare of workers in the manufacturing sector. 

Additional Knowledge:
(b) More than twenty-five women workers: .
• This threshold does not exist under Section 48 of the Factories Act.
(c) More than twenty women workers: .
• While 20 is a common threshold for the applicability of the Act itself (with power), the creche requirement specifically targets "more than 30".
(d) More than fifty women workers: .
• This is an incorrect threshold for the Factories Act, although 50 is a common figure in other labour legislations like the Maternity Benefit Act.