The PoSH Act of 2013 mandates safe working environments for women by prohibiting workplace sexual harassment. It establishes Internal and Local Complaints Committees for redressal and emphasizes prevention, accountability, and the protection of fundamental constitutional rights.
Click to View MoreViolence against women in India persists, despite strong laws like 'Mission Shakti.' High crime rates and normalized abuse, shown by NCRB/NFHS-5 data, highlight mixed success. Implementation gaps, low conviction rates, and patriarchy hinder progress, necessitating a multi-pronged approach encompassing policy, legal reform, and attitudinal change for real impact.
Click to View MoreSexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 (PoSH Act), protects women from sexual harassment at all workplaces, including homes. It defines harassment and covers any aggrieved woman. Employers must establish an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) for over 10 employees or a Local Committee (LC) for fewer, facilitating redressal and interim safety measures.
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