BNSS · Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Section 11 BNSS

Special Judicial Magistrates

Procedure & effect

Can an employee file a complaint directly with the local police under the PoSH Act?

Yes, an employee can file a complaint with the

Internal Committee (IC)

or directly

approach the police

if the act of harassment is criminal in nature.

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FAQ — Section 11 BNSS

Section 11 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) deals with “Special Judicial Magistrates”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Can an employee file a complaint directly with the local police under the PoSH Act? Yes, an employee can file a complaint with the Internal Committee (IC) or directly approach the police if the act of harassment is criminal in nature.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.