What does conciliation actually conclude, the complaint, the inquiry, or the organisation’s responsibility to act? For many companies and Internal Committees(ICs), conciliation under the POSH framework has become a practical way to close a complaint, to de-escalate conflict and restore workplace stability. But it also leaves behind an unsettled question: when an Internal Committee’s inquiry… Continue reading Does Conciliation End Employer’s PoSH Responsibilities?
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How ICs Can Manage Cross-Organization Harassment Complaints?
The Supreme Court’s recent observations on the functioning of Internal Committees (ICs) did not alter the PoSH framework but clarified and reinforced its existing principles. This articulation reaffirms that employees retain the right to approach their own IC even when the alleged harasser belongs to another organization, thereby strengthening accountability across workplaces. Until now, many… Continue reading How ICs Can Manage Cross-Organization Harassment Complaints?
