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SHORT ANSWER: The Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan case established guidelines for preventing sexual harassment at the workplace. DETAILS: - The Supreme Court laid down the Vishaka Guidelines in 1997, which mandated the establishment of a complaints mechanism in workplaces. - It recognized sexual harassment as a violation of women's rights to equality and dignity under the Indian Constitution. - The guidelines were later incorporated into the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Failure to comply with the guidelines can lead to legal action against employers. - Non-compliance with the 2013 Act can result in penalties for organizations. SOURCE: - Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan (1997) / Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.