BharatNotes Vishakha Guidelines (1997)
Supreme Court guidelines issued in Vishakha v. State of Rajasthan making it mandatory for employers to prevent sexual harassment at workplace pending legislation, laying down the basis for the POSH Act 2013.
Context & Background
Arose from the gang-rape of social activist Bhanwari Devi in Rajasthan (1992); PIL filed by women's rights groups; Supreme Court drew on CEDAW.
UPSC Exam Relevance
Landmark case for gender justice; precursor to POSH Act 2013; CEDAW convention cited; importance of PIL in expanding rights.
