POSH Webinar for Internal Committee Members

Date and Time: March 18, 2026 | 3:00 PM to 4:30PM IST

Internal Committees often encounter procedural uncertainties while conducting inquiries. Questions frequently arise around evidence assessment, fairness in hearings, documentation standards, timelines, jurisdiction boundaries, and adherence to principles of natural justice. Members may wonder whether processes are being followed correctly, whether parties are being given adequate opportunity to be heard, and whether inquiry reports are structured appropriately.

With evolving judicial interpretations and increasing scrutiny, even procedural gaps can lead to challenges or appeals. ICs are therefore expected to ensure that their inquiries are not only sensitive and balanced, but also structured, consistent, and legally defensible. This webinar attempts to impact knowledge on these aspects.

Jurisdiction, Natural Justice & Legally Defensible IC Inquiries

When does an Internal Committee truly have jurisdiction?

What has the Supreme Court clarified about third-party complaints?
Are your IC inquiries aligned with principles of natural justice and the correct standard of proof?

Date and Time: March 18, 2026 | 3:00 PM to 4:30PM IST

Live on Zoom

Topic 1:

Jurisdiction of the Internal Committee & the Supreme Court’s Position on Third-Party Cases

Jurisdiction remains one of the most debated and misunderstood aspects of Internal Committee functioning. Questions frequently arise when complaints involve third parties, cross-organisational interactions, consultants, vendors, or individuals not directly employed within the same establishment. Determining whether the IC has the authority to proceed is not merely procedural. It directly impacts the validity of the inquiry itself.

Recent judicial interpretations, including observations of the Supreme Court, have added further nuance to how jurisdiction must be understood. This session will unpack the legal boundaries of IC authority and provide clarity on how committees should approach complex jurisdictional scenarios with confidence and caution.

What You Will Learn:

  • When does an IC legally have jurisdiction?

  • How should ICs approach complaints involving third parties?

  • How to avoid jurisdictional errors that may invalidate proceedings

  • Practical interpretation of service rules and inter-organisation complaints

Speaker:

Santhosh KT
Santhosh KT

Compliance Expert, Founder – eLearnPOSH.com

Topic 2:

Principles of Natural Justice & Standard of Proof During IC Inquiry

A procedurally sound inquiry is the backbone of a defensible IC decision. Internal Committees are required to ensure fairness, impartiality, and equal opportunity to both parties. But what does this mean in practice? How should principles of natural justice be applied within a workplace inquiry setting?

This session will clarify:

  • What do principles of natural justice practically mean in an IC inquiry?

  • What is the correct standard of proof under the POSH framework?

  • Is it “beyond reasonable doubt” or “preponderance of probability”?

  • How should ICs balance fairness and sensitivity?

  • How to ensure inquiry reports are legally defensible

Speaker:

Deepa Rafeeque
Dr. Sandya Advani

POSH Expert Principal Consultant at POSH Systems.com

Who Should Attend

This webinar is ideal for:

  • Internal Committee Members

  • Presiding Officers

  • HR Professionals

  • Compliance Professionals

  • POSH Consultants

  • Employers & Senior Management

  • External Members

Participant Kit:

  1. Certificate of Participation

  2. Access to webinar recording after the live session

Free for Annual IC Program Subscribers

This webinar is free for existing IC Members enrolled in eLearnPOSH’s POSH for IC Members Program.

Others may register through paid access.

The webinar registrations are closed. For any queries, contact us at sales@succeedtech.com

The Zoom link will be shared via email upon successful registration/payment confirmation.

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