Posttest-POSH - Vidyadhara Consultancy

POSH Post-Test

Welcome to your POSH Post-Test

Instructions:

There are 15 multiple choice questions.

1 mark is allotted to each question.

The assessment duration is 10 minutes.

There is only one correct answer.

No negative marking in this assessment.

Please read the question and options carefully and select the most appropriate answer.

1 / 15

Which of the following is a responsibility of the employer under the POSH Act?

Allow harassment cases to be resolved informally

Ignore complaints unless submitted in writing

Conduct awareness programs for employees

Punish the complainant for false accusations without inquiry

2 / 15

What is the purpose of the POSH Act?

To penalize all forms of workplace disputes

To create a safe and respectful work environment for women

To regulate employment contracts

To provide promotions to employees who report harassment

3 / 15

Who can an aggrieved woman approach if there is no ICC in the organization?

The Local Complaints Committee (LCC)

The labor union

The Ministry of Labour

The Human Resources (HR) department

4 / 15

What is the minimum number of employees required to mandate an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) in an organization?

10 employees

5 employees

20 employees

15 employees

5 / 15

What should an employer do if a complaint of sexual harassment is made?

Formally acknowledge the complaint and begin the ICC process

Conduct a public meeting to discuss the case

Immediately dismiss the accused without investigation

Ignore it unless the accused admits guilt

6 / 15

Which of the following is an example of quid pro quo harassment?

An employee is excluded from team events

A colleague shares offensive jokes in a team meeting

A supervisor promises a promotion in exchange for sexual favors

A manager yells at an employee for missing deadlines

7 / 15

Who can be a member of the ICC?

A representative of non-governmental organizations

A senior-level employee

All of the above

An external expert familiar with POSH laws

8 / 15

Can the POSH Act be applied to incidents occurring outside the workplace?

Yes, if related to work

No, unless both parties agree

Yes, but only during work hours

No, only within the office premises

9 / 15

Can a contractual worker file a POSH complaint?

Yes, but only through a mediator

No, unless the employer permits it

Yes, if the harassment occurs at the workplace

No, only permanent employees are eligible

10 / 15

Which legislation governs the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the workplace in India?

POSH Act, 2013

Labour Code, 2019

Equality Act, 2010

Indian Penal Code, 1860

11 / 15

What is the role of the Local Complaints Committee (LCC)?

Supervise all ICCs in the region

Replace the ICC in every organization

Handle POSH complaints in organizations with fewer than 10 employees

Investigate criminal cases unrelated to workplace harassment

12 / 15

What is the purpose of workplace sensitization programs under the POSH Act?

To educate employees on acceptable workplace behavior and POSH policies

To reduce the number of workplace complaints

To teach employees how to handle legal cases

To provide training for career advancement

13 / 15

Which of these is NOT a step in handling a POSH complaint?

Providing a resolution

Submitting a written complaint

Filing an FIR immediately

Investigating the complaint

14 / 15

What is the role of an external member in the ICC?

Represent the employer's interests

Offer expertise on POSH laws and impartiality

Mediate between the complainant and the accused

Provide legal advice to the accused

15 / 15

What should employees do if they witness sexual harassment?

Support the victim in reporting the incident

Confront the harasser directly

Stay silent to avoid involvement

Ignore it unless they are affected