Sexual Harassment Committee
The **Sexual Harassment Committee**, of Mata Sita Sunder College of Education has been constituted in accordance with the **Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act)**. The Committee is dedicated to ensuring a **safe working and learning environment** for all female employees and students.
Mandate and Objectives
The primary mandate of the ICC is to:
- **Prevent** instances of sexual harassment in the college premises, including classrooms, labs, hostels, and transport.
- **Receive, inquire into, and redress** complaints of sexual harassment from any aggrieved woman (student or employee).
- **Recommend appropriate action** against the accused party based on the findings of the inquiry.
- Organize **awareness programs** to educate all employees and students about the policy against sexual harassment.
Definition of Sexual Harassment (as per POSH Act)
Sexual harassment includes any unwelcome act or behavior (whether directly or by implication) such as:
- Physical contact and advances.
- A demand or request for sexual favors.
- Making sexually coloured remarks.
- Showing pornography.
- Any other unwelcome physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct of sexual nature.
Composition of the ICC (Sample Structure)
The Committee is constituted with a majority of women members, and includes an external member, as required by the POSH Act:
| Designation in ICC |
Role/Member Category |
| Presiding Officer | Senior Female Faculty Member |
| Member (Female) |
Faculty Member |
| Member (Male) | Faculty Member |
| Member (Non-Teaching) |
Senior Administrative Staff |
| External Member | Representative from an NGO or body familiar with POSH issues |
*Note: The actual names and current members should be updated by the college administration to ensure legal compliance.
Complaint Procedure and Confidentiality
- Any aggrieved woman may make a complaint in writing to the ICC within a period of **three months** from the date of the incident.
- The complaint must contain details of the sexual harassment.
- All proceedings of the ICC are strictly **confidential**. The identity of the aggrieved person and the proceedings of the inquiry are protected.
Contact for Assistance:
To lodge a complaint or seek confidential advice, please contact the Presiding Officer: