POSH 2.0: Prevention of Sexual Harassment in India

Name: POSH 2.0: Prevention of Sexual Harassment in India
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430 students

1h 37m

Updated Apr 2026

What you'll learn

Interpret the POSH Act 2013 in the context of 2025 MCA disclosure rules and expanded Supreme Court rulings.

Define "Workplace" to comprehensively include virtual environments, work-from-home setups, and business travel.

Distinguish between "unwelcome" conduct and consensual interaction, understanding that intent is not a valid defense.

Identify forms of virtual harassment including cyber-stalking, inappropriate emoji usage, and video call violations.

Execute the role of a "First Responder" by listening without judgment and guiding complainants to the Internal Committee.

Analyze the distinct procedures for Conciliation versus Formal Inquiry, noting that monetary settlement is prohibited in conciliation.

Apply the "Extended Workplace" doctrine to manage harassment incidents involving third parties, clients, or vendors.

Recognize the powers of the Internal Committee (IC) as a Civil Court for summoning evidence and enforcing attendance.

Implement the "4 Ds" of Bystander Intervention (Direct, Distract, Delegate, Delay) to de-escalate toxic situations safe.

Understand the strict confidentiality mandates under Section 16 and the penalties associated with breaching them.

Course Description

“This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.”

In the evolving corporate landscape of 2025, the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act has shifted from a passive compliance checklist to a critical governance metric. With the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) now mandating detailed annual reporting on harassment cases and the Supreme Court expanding jurisdiction to include external contractors, organizations face a new era of accountability. This course provides a definitive, enterprise-grade guide to navigating these legal mandates while fostering a culture of psychological safety.

The curriculum is designed to demystify the complex legal framework of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013, while addressing modern challenges such as virtual harassment and "extended workplace" doctrines. Learners will move beyond basic definitions to explore the nuances of consent, the impact of "intent vs. impact," and the specific liabilities managers face under the concept of "deemed knowledge".

Key areas of focus include the operational mechanics of the Internal Committee (IC), detailing its powers as a quasi-judicial body and the rigorous steps required for a fair inquiry comprising natural justice principles. The course creates clarity on the distinction between conciliation and formal inquiry, ensuring learners understand the strict prohibition on monetary settlements during conciliation. Furthermore, it addresses the 2025 compliance environment, where failure to disclose pending cases can trigger regulatory scrutiny and penalties for directors.

Structuring learning through five comprehensive sections, the course covers the legal landscape, behavioral decoding of virtual and physical harassment, redressal mechanisms, leadership obligations, and cultural interventions like bystander training. It is tailored for the modern Indian workforce, addressing the friction between Gen Z expectations and traditional corporate norms, and providing actionable protocols for managing third-party harassment involving clients or vendors.

By bridging the gap between statutory requirements and daily operations, this training equips professionals to mitigate legal risk, handle disclosures with empathy, and build a respectful, compliant, and inclusive workplace.