POSH Act

POSH and Employment Termination: What Can (and Cannot) Be Done Mid-Inquiry

1. First Principle: A POSH Complaint Is an Allegation, Not a Verdict 2. Can an Employee be Terminated Mid-Inquiry?

BNS Section 75 (2023) | eLearnPOSH

1. BNS Section 75 Sexual Harassment Law: Criminal Liability Beyond POSH and HEI Frameworks 2. POSH vs BNS Section

POSH Is Not the Only Law: What Institutions and Leaders Must Know

1. Introduction 2. POSH Act: The Core Framework for Workplace Safety 3. POCSO Act: When the Victim is a child

HEI Regulations, 2015 (UGC): Does this law apply to you?

1. HEI Regulations, 2015 (UGC): Does this law apply to you? 2. HEI Regulations vs POSH Act: Key Differences and

POSH Annual Report: What Employers Across India Must Know

1. Introduction: POSH Annual Reporting and the Gurugram Notification 2. What is the POSH Annual Report? 3. Key deadlines

eLearnPOSH Monthly Digest (January 2026 Edition)

From the Editor’s Desk Key POSH developments that defined 2025 Supreme Court clarified where third party POSH complaints can be

Third Party Harassment under POSH: Which IC Has Jurisdiction ?

1. Supreme Court clarifies IC Jurisdiction 2. Key Interpretations by the Court 3. Reasoning Underlying the Decision 4. Implications for Private

Understanding Appeals and Appellate Authority Under POSH Act

1. Introduction 2. Appeals Under POSH Act 3. Limitation Period to File an Appeal 4. Can Private Organisations Have An

Role and Powers of the Internal Committee under POSH: A Complete Guide

Introduction Powers of Internal Committee I) Receiving complaints: extending timeline II) Power to Assess Whether Allegations Constitute Sexual Harassment III)

Can a POSH Complaint Be Withdrawn?

Introduction What Does the POSH Act Say? Withdrawal Before Inquiry Can the Complainant Withdraw Her Complaint Once the Inquiry Has

The Legality of Anonymous Complaints under POSH Law

What are Anonymous complaints? Can IC investigate into the Anonymous Complaint? Maintainability of Anonymous Complaints Why Should Organizations Pay Attention

Gurugram District Office Issues Directive for Compliance with POSH Act 2013

What is the mandate on POSH Act 2013? On September 3, 2024, the Office of the Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District

Removing Conflict of Interest in the Internal Committee

Imagine a workplace where every complaint is handled with utmost fairness and transparency. A key player in achieving this vision

Protecting Witnesses and Parties in POSH Inquiries

Introduction Handling POSH inquiries requires careful balance and understanding. These important investigations not only protect workplace safety and integrity but

Decoding Punishments under the POSH Act

Introduction The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, 2013 is pivotal in India’s legal framework, safeguarding women against sexual harassment

Conciliation Under the POSH Law

Introduction In the changing workplace landscape, the POSH Act, 2013, is crucial for ensuring a safe and respectful professional environment.

Transgender Rights at Work: The Path to Inclusive Workplaces in India

Introduction In a world that is progressively embracing diversity and inclusion, the rights of transgender individuals in the workplace have

Interim Measures in POSH Cases: Protecting Victims and Ensuring Fairness

Introduction In the realm of workplace ethics and gender equality, the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, 2013 stands as

7 Steps Towards POSH Compliance for an Early-Stage Business

Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act and Rules (commonly called as the POSH Act and

8 Subtle Signs of Sexual Harassment

Introduction The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 defines sexual harassment as “any

Sexual Harassment Prevention: 5 Important Judgements

Sexual Harassment Prevention and POSH Act Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 also called

9 Reasons for HR Managers to Consider Online POSH Training

An Introduction to POSH Training Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013), commonly called the

What are the Major Laws to Know Against Harassment of Men in India?

Introduction Due to the differences in cultural background, the availability of information and exposure, the understanding of the term

7-Point Guide for Sexual Harassment Prevention at Workplace

Introduction Almost every other day, we see in the news, about a company or an influential figure getting caught in

8 Steps to Compliance – POSH Law for Higher Educational Institutions

POSH at Higher Educational Institutions The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, lays down

POSH Act, 2013: Inquiries and Absence of Evidence

POSH Act, 2013: Inquiries and Absence of Evidence The Internal Committee (IC) is a quasi-judicial body formed under the Sexual

Filing False Complaints under POSH Act, 2013

The number of women entering Indian workforce has increased with time. It is important that their safety is taken care

POSH Act, 2013: Tricky Cases Handled by Internal Committee

As per the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly known as the POSH

Local Complaints Committee under the POSH Act, 2013

We know that the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly called the POSH

Find the Perfect External Member for your Internal Committee

The Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act (POSH Act), 2013 mandates every organization

Fighting Sexual Harassment during the New Normal

Sexual Harassment in the New Normal When corporate India has embraced work from home, thanks to the Covid-19 and resulting

Animated Videos for Effective POSH Training

Cartoons or animated videos have gained acceptance of viewers across age groups. Rich visuals and the ease to convey messages

Tackle Retaliation, Prevent Sexual Harassment

In a study conducted on the female working population of US, 44 percent of the participants reported that they have

Workplace Romance: What Should Organizations Do?

Workplace Romance and its Consequences Employees spend majority of their working hours at workplace with their colleagues. It is completely

Board Resolution for Internal Committee Constitution

POSH Act, 2013 mandates that an organization that has 10 or more employees must constitute an Internal Committee (IC) to

Online vs Classroom training for POSH Awareness

Online or classroom training? The world is progressing at a faster pace and women too are keeping up with it. Their

Being POSH Compliant — Here’s What You Should Know!

In the present scenario, organisations have realized that being POSH compliant is not only about obeying the POSH-law, it also