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

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 is a landmark legislation that seeks to provide protection to women against sexual harassment at the workplace. The Act defines sexual harassment, lays down guidelines for prevention and redressal of complaints, and mandates employers to constitute Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) at all workplaces with 10 or more employees. The Act also imposes penalties for non-compliance and prohibits the victimization of complainants. This Act is a major step towards ensuring gender equality in the workplace and creating a safe and conducive environment for women to work in.