PoSH timelines often become a point of uncertainty once a complaint is reported later than expected. While the Act prescribes clear time limits for filing complaints, workplace reporting does not always follow statutory schedules. Complaints may surface after delay for reasons that are not captured neatly within legal definitions. This places Internal Committees and employers… Continue reading PoSH Timelines in Practice: How Limitation Works
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Empowering ICs: Escaping Over-Reliance on External Members
When the PoSH Act introduced the requirement of an External Member under Section 4(2)(c), the intent was straightforward: to bring in someone independent, trained, and experienced enough to help Internal Committees stay fair and neutral. The law did not envision a marketplace of External Members competing for engagement. It envisioned a steady outside voice that… Continue reading Empowering ICs: Escaping Over-Reliance on External Members
Ensuring Fair Process on Both Sides: Respondent Rights in PoSH Inquiries
In PoSH inquiries, Internal Committees often place significant emphasis on protecting the aggrieved employee. This emphasis is necessary and rooted in the purpose of the law. However, when concern for protection begins to influence how evidence is assessed, how procedures are applied, or how parties are heard, the inquiry can unintentionally move away from neutrality.… Continue reading Ensuring Fair Process on Both Sides: Respondent Rights in PoSH Inquiries
