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In which of the PIL, the Supreme Court of India held sexual harassment of working women at work place…

Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan addressed sexual harassment of working women as a violation of equality and the right to work with dignity. The Supreme Court connected these…

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In which of the PIL, the Supreme Court of India held sexual harassment of working women at work place as a violation of human right ?

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Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan addressed sexual harassment of working women as a violation of equality and the right to work with dignity. The Supreme Court connected these protections with fundamental rights and internationally recognized human rights. In 1997 it laid down workplace prevention and complaint guidelines to operate until legislation occupied the field.

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