About the Internal Complaints Committee

The Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) is constituted in accordance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. The Committee is committed to providing a safe, secure, inclusive, and gender-sensitive environment for students, faculty members, non-teaching staff, and all stakeholders of the institution.

Objectives

• Prevent and prohibit sexual harassment on campus.
• Ensure implementation of statutory provisions.
• Provide support and assistance to affected individuals.
• Promote awareness regarding gender sensitivity.
• Ensure timely and impartial inquiry into complaints.

Functions of the Committee

What Constitutes Sexual Harassment?

• Unwelcome physical contact or advances.
• Demand or request for sexual favours.
• Sexually coloured remarks.
• Showing offensive or inappropriate material.
• Verbal, non-verbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
• Any behaviour creating an intimidating or hostile environment.

Complaint Redressal Procedure

• Submission of written complaint to the ICC.
• Registration and acknowledgment of complaint.
• Preliminary review by the Committee.
• Inquiry while maintaining confidentiality.
• Preparation of inquiry report and recommendations.
• Submission to competent authority for action.
• Follow-up and monitoring of implementation.

Awareness & Prevention Activities

Guiding Principles

Expected Outcomes

• Safe and secure campus environment.
• Enhanced gender awareness among stakeholders.
• Prevention of harassment and discrimination.
• Strengthened confidence among students and staff.
• Promotion of equality, dignity, and mutual respect.