BNSS · Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Section 8 BNSS

Court of Session

Procedure & effect

How does the PoSH Act define sexual harassment?

The PoSH Act defines

sexual harassment

as any

unwelcome sexual behaviour

in the workplace, including

physical contact, remarks, displaying explicit content, or requests for sexual favours

.

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FAQ — Section 8 BNSS

Section 8 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) deals with “Court of Session”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

How does the PoSH Act define sexual harassment? The PoSH Act defines sexual harassment as any unwelcome sexual behaviour in the workplace, including physical contact, remarks, displaying explicit content, or requests for sexual favours .

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.