Sexual Harassment at the Workplace: A Growing Menace

Abstract

The article deals with sexual harassment at workplace. Sexual harassment at workplace occurs everywhere in this world and mostly females are victims of this. The meanings of sexual harassment and reasons behind it have been discussed in this article. It considered as a crime under the existing Indian law. The law dealing with this crime has been explained and at the same time proactive role played by the Supreme Court of India in different circumstances is discussed. The redressal mechanism is also explained in the article to promote positive work environment.

The problem can be solved by legislations and redressal mechanism at the workplace. The need for building awareness regarding human dignity and maintaining that at work place has been emphasized.