Workplace sexual harassment prohibition establishes complaint committee inquiry powers, support services, and disciplinary action for proven conduct violations.

Workplace sexual harassment of any woman employee is prohibited, including unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal sexual conduct. Complaints are handled by a Complaints Committee chaired by a senior woman employee and having specified male, women and non-governmental organisation representation. The Committee may set its procedure, close motivated or frivolous complaints after intimation, or initiate a reasoned inquiry. It is deemed to be the inquiry officer for disciplinary purposes, may provide counselling or support services, and submits an inquiry report. The Competent Authority initiates disciplinary proceedings and imposes penalties for proven violations.

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