MCQ
Q.
In which case reference does the 'Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace' Act enshrines and encompasses almost all the guidelines given?
Correct Answer: C
The correct answer is Visakha.
- In Visakha, case reference does the 'Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace' Act enshrines and encompasses almost all the guidelines given.
Key Points
- Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act
- Workplace sexual harassment in India was for the very first time recognized by the Supreme Court of India (“Supreme Court”) in its landmark judgment of Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan (“Vishaka Judgment”),
- Here the Supreme Court framed certain guidelines and issued directions to the Union of India to enact an appropriate law for combating workplace sexual harassment
Additional Information
- Workplace sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination that violates a woman’s fundamental right to equality and right to life, guaranteed under Articles 14, 15 and 21 of the Constitution of India (Constitution).
