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The POSH Act: A Critical Analysis of Its Limitations and Impact

Author(s) Md. Imran Wahab, IPS
Country India
Abstract The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, widely known as the POSH Act, was introduced in India to combat sexual harassment in workplaces and to establish effective grievance mechanisms. This act is significant as it is India's first dedicated legal framework aimed at safeguarding women from such misconduct, and it stands out globally for its focus on female employees' rights. However, the POSH Act has certain restrictions, including prohibiting anonymous complaints and disallowing women from filing complaints against other women for sexual misconduct. Furthermore, only women can file complaints, as males and transgender individuals are excluded. Despite its well-meaning objectives, the Act encounters substantial implementation challenges due to inadequate education of employers and employees, as well as insufficient training for Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) members, resulting in violations of Section 19. This paper critically examines the POSH Act, addressing its limitations and proposing reforms to enhance its practical application and effectiveness in protecting women from workplace harassment.
Keywords POSH Act, Sexual Harassment at Workplace, Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs), Legislative Gaps, Implementation Challenges, Power Dynamics, Enforcement Mechanisms.
Field Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2024
Published On 2024-12-10
Cite This The POSH Act: A Critical Analysis of Its Limitations and Impact - Md. Imran Wahab, IPS - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.32697
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.32697
Short DOI https://doi.org/g8vghj
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