BNSS · Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Section 15 BNSS

Special Executive Magistrates

Procedure & effect

What support mechanisms are available for victims of sexual harassment under the PoSH Act?

Support includes

counselling, legal assistance, interim relief (like transfers or leave), protection from retaliation, and strict action against the harasser

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FAQ — Section 15 BNSS

Section 15 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) deals with “Special Executive Magistrates”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

What support mechanisms are available for victims of sexual harassment under the PoSH Act? Support includes counselling, legal assistance, interim relief (like transfers or leave), protection from retaliation, and strict action against the harasser .

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.