Defined broadly to include physical contact and advances, a demand or request for sexual favours, making sexually coloured remarks, showing pornography, or any other unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of sexual nature.

The POSH Act 2013 mandates the constitution of Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) in workplaces with 10 or more employees and Local Complaints Committees (LCCs) at the district level.

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Section 75 (replacing IPC Section 354A), specifically deals with sexual harassment, prescribing imprisonment and fines.

Other sections of BNS (e.g., Section 76 for assault or criminal force with intent to outrage modesty, Section 77 for voyeurism, Section 78 for stalking) also cover related offenses.

Focus on creating a safe and respectful environment for all individuals.

Provides for a redressal mechanism and protection against victimization.

Applies to both workplaces and educational institutions (though specific provisions for educational institutions are often covered by institutional policies or other acts).

Emphasizes confidentiality and timely resolution of complaints.

Defined broadly to include physical contact and advances, a demand or request for sexual favours, making sexually coloured remarks, showing pornography, or any other unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of sexual nature.

The POSH Act 2013 mandates the constitution of Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) in workplaces with 10 or more employees and Local Complaints Committees (LCCs) at the district level.

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Section 75 (replacing IPC Section 354A), specifically deals with sexual harassment, prescribing imprisonment and fines.

Other sections of BNS (e.g., Section 76 for assault or criminal force with intent to outrage modesty, Section 77 for voyeurism, Section 78 for stalking) also cover related offenses.

Focus on creating a safe and respectful environment for all individuals.

Provides for a redressal mechanism and protection against victimization.

Applies to both workplaces and educational institutions (though specific provisions for educational institutions are often covered by institutional policies or other acts).

Emphasizes confidentiality and timely resolution of complaints.