The question (6 marks)
Meera, who is not employed by the company, attends its office as a client's representative. During the visit an employee repeatedly makes remarks of a sexual nature to her, which she tells him are unwelcome. The company has eighteen workers and says it can do nothing because she is not on its rolls. (a) Is Meera protected by the law on sexual harassment at the workplace? (b) To which body must she complain, and within what period? (6 marks)
MU Module II, situational problem on sexual harassment at the workplace; pack ch. 02.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 2 · Women Welfare Laws of Law Relating to Women and Children.
Authorities you will need
- Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013
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