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POSH Act In Prevention Of Sexual Harassment At Workplace In India - An Analysis




C. Alagu Bhavani, Advocate, Madras High Court


ABSTRACT


The “Prevention of Sexual Harassment” (POSH) of “Women at Workplace Act” was introduced in India in 2013 to address the issue of sexual harassment (SH) against women in the workplace. In this Article we discuss about the act requires all employers to establish internal complaint committees (ICCs) to investigate complaints of SH and to take appropriate action against the perpetrator. This Article highlights the role of the POSH Act in creating a safer awareness and more conducive work environment awareness for women.

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