It is formed according to the provisions of the POSH ACT-Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act of 2013, 9 th December 2013. (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal).
It is also mentioned in University Grants Commission (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of sexual harassment of women employees and students in higher educational institutions) Regulations, 2015- 2 nd May 2016.
What is ICC?
The POSH Act demanded an ICC be made at all workplaces for the redressal of sexual harassment cases.
Functions of ICC :
To prevent sexual harassment at workplace.
To prevent discrimination and sexual harassment against girls by promoting gender amity among students and employees
To conduct periodical programmes on women empowerment.
To provide conducive environment and congenial atmosphere for women.