The Supreme Court of India issued landmark guidelines on addressing sexual harassment in the workplace in Vishaka vs State of Rajasthan in 1997. In the absence of relevant legislation, the Court drew upon international human rights standards to define sexual harassment and direct employers to establish committees to investigate complaints and prevent harassment. The guidelines aim to protect women's rights and dignity at work until proper laws are passed by Parliament.
The degree of implementation of the guidelines laid down in Vishakha’s judgment
Efficacy as well as the limitations of “The Protection of Women against Sexual Harassment at Work Place Bill ,2010” As passed by Rajya Sabha on 26th Feb 2013
Obstacles in the implementation of laws to prevent sexual harassment of women at workplace as well as attempt to discuss solution to remove these hurdles
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013Mayur D. Chauhan
It gives a gist of all the things that come into picture when it comes to women safety.
By - Advocate Rajendra P. Parkar
Assisted By - Mayur D. Chauhan
The degree of implementation of the guidelines laid down in Vishakha’s judgment
Efficacy as well as the limitations of “The Protection of Women against Sexual Harassment at Work Place Bill ,2010” As passed by Rajya Sabha on 26th Feb 2013
Obstacles in the implementation of laws to prevent sexual harassment of women at workplace as well as attempt to discuss solution to remove these hurdles
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013Mayur D. Chauhan
It gives a gist of all the things that come into picture when it comes to women safety.
By - Advocate Rajendra P. Parkar
Assisted By - Mayur D. Chauhan
Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act 2013Neha Shrimali
Sexual Harassment at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 has beenframed and put to operations on 9th December, 2013 to safeguard women at workplace.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The most effective weapon against workplace harassment is prevention. Harassment againstwomen requires to be addressed in order to prevent it.
It is believed that effective implementation of POSH can help establish a gender neutralenvironment ensuring safety & respect of all the employees.
This program covers entire workforce in theorganization. Regardless of the gender or designation,every employee should have a clear understanding ofthe concept.
Indian Law on Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace - 2013Sukanya Patwardhan
This presentation gives a brief overview of the recently enacted law on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace. If you want this presentation please send me a mail with your name and the purpose to receive this ppt.
The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) at Workplace Act of India PPTmpavi257
POSH Act, 2013
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013 (also referred to as the “POSH Act”) came into existence in 2013. It has its foundations in the Vishaka Guidelines, and establishes a mechanism for dealing with sexual harassment complaints in the workplace.The Company is also committed to promote a work environment that is conducive to the professional growth of its employees and encourages equality of opportunity.
The Company will not tolerate any form of sexual harassment and is committed to take all necessary steps to ensure that its employees are not subjected to any form of harassment.
This policy applies to all categories of employees of the Company including permanent, temporaries, trainees and employees on contract at Company Premises. This policy is also equally applicable for all employees irrespective of their position - managerial or sub- ordinates.
Sexual harassment may be one or a series of incidents involving unsolicited and unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or any other verbal or physical conduct of sexual nature (irrespective of gender).
Sexual Harassment includes –
• Any unwelcome sexually determined behavior (direct or implied) such as physical contact and advances (verbal, written or physical)
• Unwelcome communications or invitations
• Demand or request for sexual favors
• Sexually cultured remarks
• Showing pornography
• Creating a hostile work environment and any other unwelcome “sexually determined behavior” (physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct) of a sexual nature.
• Anyother type ofsexually-oriented conduct, verbalabuse or ‘joking’ that is sex-oriented
• Transmitting/posting emails, texts, or pictures of a sexual nature through office or personal equipment
• Intrusive personal questions about sexual activity
Sexual Harassment Of Women At Workplace Act'2013 ; Prepared by RameshKumar,HRRamesh Kumar
Latest update including the recent amendments with detailed notes explains what, why and how to implement in workforce. Create anti- sexual harassment policy
The law has been passed in order to protect the women from sexual harassment and help her have a safe working environment.
The ACT is meant to save women only unlike in other countries where they have sexual harassment ACT to protect all. We think a lot of improvements need to be taken care in the act. It is more like the beta version.
The Act puts additional burden on the employer. Non compliance of the act shall attract monetary penalty and might even lead to closure of business.
Do read the our views slide on the last page.
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 (POSH Act)CS Jigar Shah
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 also known as POSH Act is one of the important legislation and compliance is mandatory for almost every organisation in India be it Company, Sole Proprietorship or LLP. In this PPT we try to cover basic compliance of law for the easier understand. To read Act, please click on http://bit.ly/2EFkBEo
Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act 2013Neha Shrimali
Sexual Harassment at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 has beenframed and put to operations on 9th December, 2013 to safeguard women at workplace.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The most effective weapon against workplace harassment is prevention. Harassment againstwomen requires to be addressed in order to prevent it.
It is believed that effective implementation of POSH can help establish a gender neutralenvironment ensuring safety & respect of all the employees.
This program covers entire workforce in theorganization. Regardless of the gender or designation,every employee should have a clear understanding ofthe concept.
Indian Law on Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace - 2013Sukanya Patwardhan
This presentation gives a brief overview of the recently enacted law on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace. If you want this presentation please send me a mail with your name and the purpose to receive this ppt.
The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) at Workplace Act of India PPTmpavi257
POSH Act, 2013
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013 (also referred to as the “POSH Act”) came into existence in 2013. It has its foundations in the Vishaka Guidelines, and establishes a mechanism for dealing with sexual harassment complaints in the workplace.The Company is also committed to promote a work environment that is conducive to the professional growth of its employees and encourages equality of opportunity.
The Company will not tolerate any form of sexual harassment and is committed to take all necessary steps to ensure that its employees are not subjected to any form of harassment.
This policy applies to all categories of employees of the Company including permanent, temporaries, trainees and employees on contract at Company Premises. This policy is also equally applicable for all employees irrespective of their position - managerial or sub- ordinates.
Sexual harassment may be one or a series of incidents involving unsolicited and unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or any other verbal or physical conduct of sexual nature (irrespective of gender).
Sexual Harassment includes –
• Any unwelcome sexually determined behavior (direct or implied) such as physical contact and advances (verbal, written or physical)
• Unwelcome communications or invitations
• Demand or request for sexual favors
• Sexually cultured remarks
• Showing pornography
• Creating a hostile work environment and any other unwelcome “sexually determined behavior” (physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct) of a sexual nature.
• Anyother type ofsexually-oriented conduct, verbalabuse or ‘joking’ that is sex-oriented
• Transmitting/posting emails, texts, or pictures of a sexual nature through office or personal equipment
• Intrusive personal questions about sexual activity
Sexual Harassment Of Women At Workplace Act'2013 ; Prepared by RameshKumar,HRRamesh Kumar
Latest update including the recent amendments with detailed notes explains what, why and how to implement in workforce. Create anti- sexual harassment policy
The law has been passed in order to protect the women from sexual harassment and help her have a safe working environment.
The ACT is meant to save women only unlike in other countries where they have sexual harassment ACT to protect all. We think a lot of improvements need to be taken care in the act. It is more like the beta version.
The Act puts additional burden on the employer. Non compliance of the act shall attract monetary penalty and might even lead to closure of business.
Do read the our views slide on the last page.
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 (POSH Act)CS Jigar Shah
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 also known as POSH Act is one of the important legislation and compliance is mandatory for almost every organisation in India be it Company, Sole Proprietorship or LLP. In this PPT we try to cover basic compliance of law for the easier understand. To read Act, please click on http://bit.ly/2EFkBEo
In 2020, the Ministry of Home Affairs established a committee led by Prof. (Dr.) Ranbir Singh, former Vice Chancellor of National Law University (NLU), Delhi. This committee was tasked with reviewing the three codes of criminal law. The primary objective of the committee was to propose comprehensive reforms to the country’s criminal laws in a manner that is both principled and effective.
The committee’s focus was on ensuring the safety and security of individuals, communities, and the nation as a whole. Throughout its deliberations, the committee aimed to uphold constitutional values such as justice, dignity, and the intrinsic value of each individual. Their goal was to recommend amendments to the criminal laws that align with these values and priorities.
Subsequently, in February, the committee successfully submitted its recommendations regarding amendments to the criminal law. These recommendations are intended to serve as a foundation for enhancing the current legal framework, promoting safety and security, and upholding the constitutional principles of justice, dignity, and the inherent worth of every individual.
ALL EYES ON RAFAH BUT WHY Explain more.pdf46adnanshahzad
All eyes on Rafah: But why?. The Rafah border crossing, a crucial point between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, often finds itself at the center of global attention. As we explore the significance of Rafah, we’ll uncover why all eyes are on Rafah and the complexities surrounding this pivotal region.
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What makes Rafah so significant that it captures global attention? The phrase ‘All eyes are on Rafah’ resonates not just with those in the region but with people worldwide who recognize its strategic, humanitarian, and political importance. In this guide, we will delve into the factors that make Rafah a focal point for international interest, examining its historical context, humanitarian challenges, and political dimensions.
WINDING UP of COMPANY, Modes of DissolutionKHURRAMWALI
Winding up, also known as liquidation, refers to the legal and financial process of dissolving a company. It involves ceasing operations, selling assets, settling debts, and ultimately removing the company from the official business registry.
Here's a breakdown of the key aspects of winding up:
Reasons for Winding Up:
Insolvency: This is the most common reason, where the company cannot pay its debts. Creditors may initiate a compulsory winding up to recover their dues.
Voluntary Closure: The owners may decide to close the company due to reasons like reaching business goals, facing losses, or merging with another company.
Deadlock: If shareholders or directors cannot agree on how to run the company, a court may order a winding up.
Types of Winding Up:
Voluntary Winding Up: This is initiated by the company's shareholders through a resolution passed by a majority vote. There are two main types:
Members' Voluntary Winding Up: The company is solvent (has enough assets to pay off its debts) and shareholders will receive any remaining assets after debts are settled.
Creditors' Voluntary Winding Up: The company is insolvent and creditors will be prioritized in receiving payment from the sale of assets.
Compulsory Winding Up: This is initiated by a court order, typically at the request of creditors, government agencies, or even by the company itself if it's insolvent.
Process of Winding Up:
Appointment of Liquidator: A qualified professional is appointed to oversee the winding-up process. They are responsible for selling assets, paying off debts, and distributing any remaining funds.
Cease Trading: The company stops its regular business operations.
Notification of Creditors: Creditors are informed about the winding up and invited to submit their claims.
Sale of Assets: The company's assets are sold to generate cash to pay off creditors.
Payment of Debts: Creditors are paid according to a set order of priority, with secured creditors receiving payment before unsecured creditors.
Distribution to Shareholders: If there are any remaining funds after all debts are settled, they are distributed to shareholders according to their ownership stake.
Dissolution: Once all claims are settled and distributions made, the company is officially dissolved and removed from the business register.
Impact of Winding Up:
Employees: Employees will likely lose their jobs during the winding-up process.
Creditors: Creditors may not recover their debts in full, especially if the company is insolvent.
Shareholders: Shareholders may not receive any payout if the company's debts exceed its assets.
Winding up is a complex legal and financial process that can have significant consequences for all parties involved. It's important to seek professional legal and financial advice when considering winding up a company.
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NATURE, ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL LAW.pptxanvithaav
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1. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
VISHAKA GUIDELINES
2. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
As Zia Mody says in her book, Ten Judgements that
Changed India, "Judicial activism reached its pinnacle
in Vishakha Vs. State of Rajasthan."
The Supreme Court provided the first authoritative
decision of 'sexual harassment at workplace';
In India The Supreme Court acknowledged and relied
to a great extent on international treaties that had
not been transformed into municipal law and;
It confronted with a statutory vacuum, it went
creative and proposed the route of 'judicial legislation.
Introduction
3. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
Facts:
Bhanwari Devi, who was a social worker (saathin) in Rajasthan was brutally gang raped
by a number of upper class men as she had tried to stop a child marriage.
The incident took place in 1992.
Bhanwari Devi was determined to get justice so she lodged a case against the offenders.
However, the accused were acquitted by a trial court.
Several inspired women’s groups and NGOs filed a PIL (Public Interest Litigation) in the
Supreme Court under the collective platform of Vishakha asking the court to give certain
directions regarding the sexual harassment that women face at the workplace.
The result is the Supreme Court judgment, which came on the 13th August 1997, and
gave the Vishakha guidelines.
The judgment of August 1997 provided the basic definitions of sexual harassment at the
workplace and provided guidelines to deal with it. It is seen as a significant legal victory
for women's groups in India.
What happened?
4. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
The Supreme Court had inspected the case which highlighted the problem of Gender
Inequality, outraging the modesty of women, sexual harassment at the
workplace and rape as societal issues of substantial intensity. Thus violence against
women.
What was the decision?
Issue of the case
With no domestic legislation to adequately address sexual harassment in the
workplace, the Court undertook measures to enforce gender equality and non-
discrimination in accordance with universal human rights norms and standards.
5. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a violation of women’s human rights, specifically:
Constitution of India
Article 14: Equality before the law
Article 15: Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of
birth
Article 19 (1)(g): Right to practice one’s profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade or
business
Article 21: Right to life and personal liberty
In particular, the Court referred to India’s ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of
All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), which prohibits discrimination in the
workplace and outlines specific state obligations to end it:
Article 11(1)(a, f): The right to work and the right to protection of health and to safety in
working conditions, including the safeguarding of the function of reproduction
Article 24: States parties undertake to adopt all necessary measures at the national level
aimed at achieving the full realization of the rights recognized in the present Convention
General Recommendation No. 19: On the elimination of violence against women.
Provisions in Law
6. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
DEFINITIONS
Sexual harassment as:
Unwelcome sexually determined behaviour
Physical contact and advances.
Sexually colored remarks.
Demanding or requesting for sexual favors.
Showing pornography.
Any other unwelcome conduct of sexual nature may be verbal
or non-verbal or physical.
Spreading rumours about a woman’s sexual relationship with
anybody.
Anything at work that can place the working woman at
disadvantage compared to other male employees in her official
career just because she is a woman – can be termed as sexual
harassment.
Vishaka V. State of Rajasthan
7. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
GENERAL POINTS
Gender equality includes protection from sexual harassment
and the right to work with dignity as per our constitution.
Extra hazard for a working woman compared her male colleague
is clear violation of the fundamental rights of ‘Gender Equality’ &
Right to Life and Liberty.
Safe working environment is fundamental right of a working
woman.
In no way should working women be discriminated at the
workplace against male employees. (If a woman is, then it must
be documented in company policies, for example limitation of
women in police and armed forces.)
Vishaka V. State of Rajasthan
8. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
GUIDELINES
In its judgment, the Court provided a set of guidelines for employers – as well as
other responsible persons or institutions – to immediately ensure the prevention
of sexual harassment. These guidelines were formulated since the then civil and
penal laws in India did not adequately provide for specific protection of women from
sexual harassment in workplace. In accordance with Article 141 of India’s Constitution,
these guidelines were to be considered law until appropriate legislation was created:
1. Duty of the Employer or other responsible persons in work places and other
institutions
2. Preventive Steps
3. Criminal Proceedings
4. Disciplinary action
5. Complaint mechanism
6. Complaints committee
7. Worker’s initiative
8. Awareness
9. Any third party
It shall be the duty of employer (and person in charge) to take all necessary and reasonable
steps, so as to assist the affected person (in terms of support and preventive action).
No prejudice of any rights available under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
Vishaka V. State of Rajasthan
9. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
SALIENT FEATURES OF THE ACT
Superseded the Vishakha Guidelines
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition And
Redressal) Act, 2013 makes it illegal to sexually harass women in the workplace.
This Act is only for women who are sexually harassed in workplaces.
The Act is for any woman who is harassed in any workplace. It is not necessary for the
woman to be working at the workplace in which she is harassed. A workplace can be any
office, whether government or private.
The Act defines sexual harassment at the work place and creates a
mechanism for redressal of complaints. It also provides safeguards against false
or malicious charges.
Even if there are no cases of sexual harassment at the moment, it is still
necessary for the committee to be set up (if you employ more than 10 workers) and
for all rules to be followed.
It talks about the different ways in which someone can be sexually harassed
and how they can complain against this kind of behaviour.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
10. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
11. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
The Act gives you a choice between dealing with the offender within the office or
approaching a court. If you wish, you can file a criminal complaint instead of
approaching your Internal/Local Complaints Committee.
Every employer is required to constitute an Internal Complaints Committee
at each office or branch with 10 or more employees. The District Officer is
required to constitute a Local Complaints Committee at each district, and if
required at the block level.
The Committee is required to complete the inquiry within a time period of 90 days.
On completion of the inquiry, the report will be sent to the employer or the District
Officer, as the case may be, they are mandated to take action on the report
within 60 days.
The Complaints Committees have the powers of civil courts for gathering evidence.
The Complaints Committees are required to provide for conciliation before
initiating an inquiry, if requested by the complainant.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
12. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
The inquiry process under the Act should be confidential and the Act lays down a
penalty of Rs 5000 on the person who has breached confidentiality.
The Act requires employers to conduct educational programmes and develop
policies against sexual harassment, among other obligations.
Penalties have been prescribed for employers. Non-compliance with the
provisions of the Act shall be punishable with a fine of up to 50,000/-.₹
Repeated violations may lead to higher penalties and cancellation of licence
or registration to conduct business.
Government can order an officer to inspect workplace and records related to
sexual harassment in any organisation.
Under the Act, which also covers students in schools and colleges as well as patients
in hospitals, employers and local authorities will have to set up grievance
committees to investigate all complaints. Employers who fail to comply will be
punished with a fine of up to 50,000/- rupees.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
13. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE ACT:
Firstly, it hides those ladies operating within the defense
force, that area unit mostly men – dominated sectors.
Secondly, the act seems to be gender biased since it solely
protects ladies.
Thirdly, the act has wide scope for false allegations. There
are high possibilities at the hands of girls for her personal
advantages.
Fourthly, the availability relating to the fixing of the
financial compensation per the economic potential of the
person makes it discriminatory.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
14. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
CONSEQUENSES
Has there been an implementation to these?
One of the major drawbacks being, that such laws and guidelines find their places only in law books and few
journals.
The common masses don’t get to know about such judgments. The NCW study shows that 60% of working
woman is still not aware of this.
In number of cases it was found that the women who made complaints had to meet with an enquiry about their
own conduct and no enquiry was made against the person against whom the complaint was made.
Lodging complaints often results in isolation of the women, both by employer and by the colleagues.
It results in increase and sometimes more violent harassment.
There is always a hesitation to initiate action against him.
Worst of all, the victim is usually pressured to take the complaint back, through threat.
Witnesses also tend to show their back since they are threatened to remain quite.
It was reported by the International Labour Organization that very few Indian employers were compliant to this
statute. Most Indian employers have not implemented the law despite the legal requirement that any workplace
with more than 10 employees need to implement it. According to a FICCI-EY November 2015 report, 36% of
Indian companies and 25% among MNCs are not compliant with the Sexual Harassment Act, 2013. The
government has threatened to take stern action against employers who fail to comply with this law.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
15. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
“While a murder destroys the physical frame of the victim,
a rapist degrades and defiles the soul of a helpless women”
The international brand UBER ran into a series of troubles in the last
year. Ever since 2012, the company has faced over 215 complaints, of
which 47 were directly regarding sexual harassment.
On November, 2013, Tarun Tejpal, the Founder of the magazine
Tehelka, was accused of sexual assault by one of his reporters on
two separate occasions.
This case dates to 2015. Gayathri Balaswamy entered into an
employment agreement, stating her appointment as a Vice-President
of the company Novasoft Technologies. However, within a few
months she resigned and lodged a criminal complaint against two
officers of the company.
CONCLUSION
16. CHENNAI
C2-A, Industrial Estate,
Guindy, Chennai - 600 032.
Tel: +91 - 44 - 22501318, 42107341
BANGALORE
Suite 920, Level 9,
Raheja Towers,
26-27, M G Road,
Bangalore - 560 001.
Mob: +918277460648
COIMBATORE
#1533, Trichy Road,
Coimbatore – 641018.
Mob: +919385432921
HYDERABAD
Vatika Business Centre,
Suite 10,3rd Floor, NSL Icon,
Road No. 12,Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad - 500034.
Mob: +917901691606
COCHIN
Suite 49, 8th Floor, Centre A,
Alapatt Heritage Building,
MG Road, Cochin – 682035
Tel: +91 - 484 - 2366216
EMAIL
info@altacit.com
WEBSITE
www.altacit.com
“A woman is like a tea bag. You can’t tell how strong she is until you
put her in hot water” - Eleanor Roosevelt
Justice Arjit Pasayat