MCQs on POSH Act

What does POSH stand for?

• Prevention of Sexual Harassment

• Protection of School Harassment

• Policy on Safety and Health

• Power of Social Harmony

When was the POSH Act implemented in India?

• 2010

• 2013

• 2015

• 2008

The main aim of the POSH Act is to protect women from:

• Financial exploitation

• Discrimination in salary

• Sexual harassment at the workplace

• Bullying by classmates

Who is protected under the POSH Act?

• Only working women

• Only female students

• All women, including those at the workplace and educational institutions

• Only women above 18 years of age

Which of these is NOT considered sexual harassment under the POSH Act?

• Unwelcome physical contact and advances

• Demanding a bribe for a job

• A demand or request for sexual favors

• Showing pornography

If someone makes an unwelcome comment about your appearance that makes you feel uncomfortable, it could be a form of:

• Friendly advice

• Sexual harassment

• Fashion critique

• Compliment

The POSH Act covers not just offices, but also:

• Homes and parks

• Schools and colleges

• Markets and shops

• All The Above

What is an "Internal Complaints Committee" (ICC) responsible for?

• Planning school events

• Handling complaints of sexual harassment

• Managing school finances

• Organizing sports activities

Who should a student complain to if they experience sexual harassment in school?

• Their best friend

• The principal or a trusted teacher

• Anyone they see first

• No one, keep it a secret

Is it important to report an incident of sexual harassment?

• No, it's better to ignore it

• Only if you have a witness

• Yes, to stop it from happening again to you or others

• Only if it's very serious