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Supreme Court of India · 2023-10-19

We The Women Of India vs Union Of India

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
We The Women Of India
Respondent
Union Of India
Author
S. Ravindra Bhat
Bench
Dipankar Datta, S. Ravindra Bhat

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013, in response to a writ petition seeking directives for the Union and State governments to enforce the Act and Rules effectively. The court emphasized the importance of safeguarding women's rights and ensuring compliance with the legislation to prevent sexual harassment at workplaces. It directed the authorities to take necessary steps for proper implementation, reinforcing the statutory obligations. The judgment underscores the judiciary's role in protecting women's rights through effective enforcement of workplace laws.

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