What is a PoSH internal committee?
Statutory body under Section 4: Minimum 4 members (50% women, external chair), tasked with impartial inquiry & policy recommendations.
What is the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act about?
2013 law mandating safe workplaces via ICs, training & redressal. Covers physical/virtual spaces, all genders (though women-centric in wording).
What is evidence in a sexual harassment enquiry in India?
Includes emails, texts, medical reports, witness testimony, CCTV footage & complainant’s account – assessed on “preponderance of probability”.
Conducting a sexual harassment investigation in a remote team
Virtual inquiries require: Secure platforms, verified identities, digital evidence protocols & breaks to prevent “Zoom fatigue” compromising fairness.
Setting up regional PoSH ICs to prevent sexual harassment
Multi-location employers must constitute ICs at each office/region with 10+ employees, ensuring accessible complaint mechanisms.
How do we appoint a Presiding Officer?
Select an external woman with legal/HR expertise per Section 4(2)(a), ensuring impartiality through formal appointment letters.
