BNSS · Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023

Section 9 BNSS

Courts of Judicial Magistrates

Procedure & effect

Are freelancers or contractors covered under the PoSH Act?

Yes, the Act extends protection to

freelancers, interns, consultants, and contractual workers

who face sexual harassment at the workplace.

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FAQ — Section 9 BNSS

Section 9 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) deals with “Courts of Judicial Magistrates”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

Are freelancers or contractors covered under the PoSH Act? Yes, the Act extends protection to freelancers, interns, consultants, and contractual workers who face sexual harassment at the workplace.

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.