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POSH Rules, 2013 · G.S.R. 769(E)

Rule 9: Manner of taking action for sexual harassment

Reviewed by Nikhil Gupta and Kajri Singh · Last reviewed 17 July 2026

Where service rules do not prescribe action, the rule supplies a non-exhaustive range of disciplinary recommendations.

Central Rule9 December 2013Data reviewed on 17 July 2026

Rule text

9. Manner of taking action for sexual harassment. - Except where service rules exist, when the allegation is proved the Committee may recommend action including written apology, warning, reprimand or censure, withholding promotion, withholding pay rise or increments, termination from service, counselling or community service.

Transcribed from the Ministry of Women and Child Development Gazette PDF. For live reliance, open the official PDF in the source register.

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Where service rules do not prescribe action, the rule supplies a non-exhaustive range of disciplinary recommendations.

Linked Act sections

Section 13Section 29

Implementation control

Assign an owner, preserve the evidence required by this Rule, record deadlines and check whether State rules or applicable service rules add a requirement.

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Authors: Nikhil Gupta & Kajri Singh · Data reviewed on 17 July 2026.
Educational purposes only. Verify the current Central and State position, workplace facts, service rules and forum before acting in a live matter.