Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
Legislative action — a bill, act, or amendment that creates or modifies the legal framework. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Defines and prohibits sexual harassment at the workplace and establishes Internal Complaints Committees and Local Complaints Committees for redressal. Applies to both organised and unorganised sectors.
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Historical Record
Published Tuesday, 23 April 2013
Affected Population ~700 million women, 432 million in workforce gap
Key Numbers
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: 405 districts
Maternity benefit: Rs 5,000 under PMMVY
One Stop Centres: 733 across 35 states/UTs
4 Labour Codes consolidating 29 laws
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
UPA II Congress-led UPA
Left Centre Right