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All About Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at Workplace 
offered by IIT Kanpur

  • Public/Government Institute
  • Estd. 1959

All About Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at Workplace
 at 
IIT Kanpur 
Overview

Gain a comprehensive overview of the Sexual Harassment principles and concepts

Total fee

20,000

Mode of learning

Online

Credential

Certificate

All About Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at Workplace
 at 
IIT Kanpur 
Highlights

  • Earn a certificate of completion from E & ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur
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All About Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at Workplace
 at 
IIT Kanpur 
Course details

What are the course deliverables?
  • Understand the concept, status, significance of Sexual Harassment at the workplace in India
  • Understand the legal measures and guidelines on Sexual Harassment
  • Understand the major legal provisions of the Sexual Harassment at workplace act
  • Understand the history of the law on Sexual Harassment in India
  • Analyze the structural framework of the act
  • Get aware of the nature of sexual harassment at the workplace, its causes, and consequences
More about this course
  • Learn nearly everything about sexual harassment in the workplace
  • This course will begin with Vishakha Guidelines followed by the sexual harassment of women at the workplace (prevention, prohibition, and redressal) act, 2013
  • Covers some of the basic definitions like aggrieved woman, domestic worker, employee, and employer
  • The course will cover the history of the law on sexual harassment in India and the structural framework of the Act
  • The course cover the nature of sexual harassment at the workplace, its causes, and its consequences
  • It also covers the prevention of sexual harassment, the constitution of the internal complaints committee, the constitution of local complaints committee, the complaint of sexual harassment, an inquiry into the complaint, duties of employer, duties, and powers of the district officer, etc
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All About Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at Workplace
 at 
IIT Kanpur 
Curriculum

Sexual Harassment at the Workplace: Legal measures and Guidelines

Objective

What is sexual harassment

Relevant Laws

Sexual Harassment and the Indian Constitution

Directive Principle of State Policy

Sexual Harassment and the Indian Penal Code

Supreme Court Vishakha Guidelines 1997

Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Prevention Prohibition and Redressal Act

Same Rights for Men and Women

Sexual Harassment at Workplace

The framework of the Act

Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act, 2013

Sexual Harassment at Work Place

Macroeconomic Scenario & Safety of Working women

Guidelines

Complaints Mechanism

Preventive Steps

Employer's Responsibilities

Violence against Women

Nirbhaya

Important laws regarding Sexual Violence against Women and Children

Indian Penal Code

Indian Penal Code and Sexual Violence

Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace

Bhanwari Devi Case

Vishakha Guidelines

Delhi Gang Rape Case 2012

Advent of Law

Sexual Harassment: Sec 2(n) of the Act

Sexual Harassment: Sec 3(2) of the Act

Forms of Workplace Sexual Harassment

Examples of Workplace Sexual Harassment

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All About Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at Workplace
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IIT Kanpur 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Can we get direct admission in IIT Kanpur?

A: 

No, IIT Kanpur only offers merit-based admission for all the courses. It accepts JEE Advanced scores for admission to BTech. Candidates are required to qualify JEE Main exam prior to appearing for JEE Advanced. Apart from its flagship programme, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Kanpur) offers BSc, BS, MTech, MSc, MDes, MBA, along with a few Dual Degree programmes. Admission to all courses is based on scores obtained in the entrance examinations such as GATE, IIT JAM, CEED and CAT. Along with UG and PG courses, IIT Kanpur also offers PhD in various specialisations, admisison to which again is entrance-based.

Q:   Does IIT Kanpur offer a BSc degree?

A: 

IIT Kanpur offers a four-year BS degree (Bachelor of Science) which is also referred to as BSc by many. At the undergraduate level, IIT Kanpur offers this programme in full-time and it provides both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Science. Available across six specialisations, admission to this programme is entrance exam-based (JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced). 

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Q:   Which exam do I need to write to pursue BS from IIT Kanpur?

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Candidates seeking admission to BS at IIT Kanpur must have a valid score in JEE Main, JEE Advanced and go through JoSAA counselling for final admission. Admission is completely entrance exam-based and candidates seeking admission can not get into IIT Kanpur with only the scores of JEE Main. JEE Advanced followed by JoSAA counselling is the mandatory requirement. Additionally, to be eligible for the BSc programme, students are required to have passed their Class 12 with at least 75% aggregate with Science subjects (i.e., Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics). 

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Q:   Is IIT Kanpur good for Ph.D.?

A: 
{Source: Ph.D. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and testimonials provided, here's what stands out:

* Research Opportunities: IIT Kanpur offers excellent research opportunities, with over 90-100% of research scholars able to secure positions as professors or postdoctoral fellows, either in India or abroad.
* Faculties: The faculty members are top-notch, with most having completed their post-doctorates from renowned institutions. Teachers are described as "amazing", "helpful", and "kind".
* Infrastructure: The institute has modern facilities, including modern classrooms, projectors, TVs, and Wi-Fi connectivity. The campus lab is equipped with necessary equipment, and the library has a vast collection of books.
* Placement: While the focus is on academic excellence, IIT Kanpur's placement record is impressive, with top companies like Microsoft, Reliance, and Goldman Sachs recruiting students. The highest package offered is around INR24 lakhs, while the average package is around INR16 lakhs.
* Supportive Environment: The institute fosters a supportive environment, encouraging students to excel academically and professionally. This includes providing industry tours, internships, and guidance from experienced faculty members.

However, it's essential to note that:

* Semester Exams: Seminars exams are challenging, and students must put in significant effort to prepare.
* Tuition Fee: The tuition fee may seem high to some, although the institute claims it is reasonable compared to other similar institutions.

Overall, IIT Kanpur appears to be an excellent choice for pursuing a Ph.D., offering a rich research environment, world-class faculties, and promising placement prospects. However, prospective students should carefully consider the challenges associated with completing a Ph.D. programme and weigh the pros and cons accordingly.

Here's a summary of key points:

* Excellent research opportunities
* Top-notch faculties
* Modern infrastructure
* Impressive placement records
* Supportive environment
* Challenging semester exams
* Reasonable tuition fees
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Q:   How can I get admission in IIT Kanpur?

A: 

Check below IIT Kanpur admission process:

  • After the application process is over; students have to go through various selection rounds for final admission. The institute considers the merit of the candidates for MBA and PhD admission. 
  • For BTech, MDes, MSc, BSc and MTech courses, JEE Advanced, IIT JAM CEED and GATE scores are considered for the selection of candidates.
  • Additionally, admission to PhD and MS by Research is based on UGC NET/ CSIR NET and other national-level exam scores.
  • After the exams, JoSAA, COAP and CCMN Counselling are conducted for seat allotment to BTech, M.Tech and MSc courses. However, a merit list is released by the institute for announcing the names of the candidates shortlisted for certificate, PhD and MS by Research courses followed by a counselling round. Candidates need to pay the admission fee to confirm their admission.
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