Commentary on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 with Rules

Bhuvan’s Commentary on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 provides a detailed and structured analysis of the statutory framework governing prevention, prohibition, and redressal of workplace sexual harassment in India. Updated to reflect amendments under the Repealing and Amending Act, 2016 and aligned with the new criminal laws effective from 1 July 2024, this edition integrates statutory interpretation with evolving jurisprudence. It offers a consolidated examination of employer obligations, Internal Complaints Committee mechanisms, procedural safeguards, and compliance standards, making it a comprehensive reference on workplace gender justice and regulatory accountability.

Key Features

• Complete text of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013 with Rules
• Amendments incorporated up to the new criminal laws (w.e.f. 1.7.2024)
• Coverage of international conventions and declarations on women’s rights
• Inclusion of AICTE Regulations, 2016 and UGC Regulations, 2015
• Supreme Court gender sensitization guidelines
• Detailed discussion on online sexual harassment
• Rules governing Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) functioning in universities and institutions

This book is particularly valuable for corporate legal advisors, HR professionals, compliance officers, in-house counsel, judicial officers, and advocates handling workplace harassment matters. It is equally beneficial for academicians, university administrators, members of Internal Complaints Committees, and students of labour and gender law. By combining statutory text with regulatory frameworks and institutional guidelines, the work equips stakeholders to ensure legal compliance and foster safe, inclusive work environments.