SHORT ANSWER:
Sexual harassment in the workplace is defined under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
DETAILS:
- It includes any unwelcome act or behavior of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, hostile, or humiliating environment for women.
- It covers physical contact, demand or request for sexual favors, making sexually colored remarks, and showing pornography.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Employers can face penalties for failing to comply with the Act, including fines and legal action.
SOURCE:
- Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
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