Legal Safeguards And Challenges To Women’s Rights At Workplace In India: A Constitutional And Statutory Analysis
- IJLLR Journal
- Jul 13
- 1 min read
Aakriti Kumar LL.M., Department of Law, Dr. Harisingh Gour Central University Sagar (M.P)
ABSTRACT
This research paper “Women’s Rights at Workplace: A Legal Study” presents a comprehensive analysis of the constitutional, statutory and judicial rights of working women in India. Although the Indian Constitution has provisions like Articles 14, 15, 16, 39(d) and 42 to protect the interests of women and labour laws like Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, Maternity Benefit Act, Equal Remuneration Act ensure safety and equality at the workplace, yet their effective implementation is surrounded by many practical challenges.
This research has made it clear through judicial perspective (Vishaka vs State of Rajasthan, Air India case etc.) that the Indian judiciary has been playing an important role in protecting the rights of women. Apart from this, challenges like informal sector, social stereotypes, lack of awareness and institutional inaction have also been identified.
The research concludes with suggestions that highlight strict enforcement of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, awareness campaigns at workplaces, strengthening of monitoring mechanisms and promptness of judicial process. This study not only reviews the legal framework, but also provides guidance towards practical reforms.
Keywords: Women’s Rights, Workplace Harassment, Gender Equality, Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013, Maternity Benefit Act, Equal Remuneration Act, Indian Constitution.
