Steps for conducting inquiry in case of allegation of Sexual Harassment – DoPT Orders
G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg. No.F.No.11013/2/2014-Estt (A-III), dated 16.7.2015
Subject: Steps for conducting inquiry in case of allegation of Sexual Harassment
Undersigned is directed to say that during the meeting of the Chairpersons of Complaints Committees with Secretary (Personnel) on the 16 th April, 2015 it was suggested that the Department of Personnel and Training may prepare a step guide for conduct of inquiry in complaint cases of sexual harassment. Rule 14(2) of the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965 lays down that the Complaints Committee established in each Ministry or Department for inquiring into complaints of sexual harassment shall hold such inquiry as far as practicable in accordance with the procedure lain down in these Rules.
