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vaibhav   10 March 2025

Corporate rule

x ( man ) & y ( women ) working in same team

y reporting authority is x.

y files s*xual harasment case on x.

x gets clean chit in same 

now managment wants x again to be reporting authoirty of y.

Query 

  1. can x say decline  same and if so any corporate rule for same 


 2 Replies

Rama chary Rachakonda (Secunderabad/Telangana state Highcourt practice watsapp no.9989324294 )     10 March 2025

A sensitive and complex situation involving a s*xual harassment complaint and reporting authority. Background: 1. *Sexual Harassment Complaint*: Y (woman) filed a s*xual harassment complaint against X (man), her reporting authority. 2. *Clean Chit*: X received a clean chit, implying the allegations were not substantiated. Request to Revert to Original Reporting Authority: 1. *Management's Decision*: Management wants X to resume being Y's reporting authority. 2. *X's Concerns*: X may be uncomfortable or hesitant to revert to the original reporting authority arrangement due to the previous complaint. Can X Decline the Request? 1. *No Specific Corporate Rule*: There is no specific corporate rule that governs this situation. 2. *Company Policies*: However, companies may have internal policies or guidelines that address such situations. 3. *Discretionary Decision*: X may need to discuss their concerns with management and come to a mutually agreeable decision. Possible Solutions: 1. *Alternative Reporting Authority*: Management could consider assigning Y to a different reporting authority. 2. *Mediation or Counseling*: The company could offer mediation or counseling to resolve any underlying issues between X and Y. 3. *Monitoring and Support*: Management could provide additional monitoring and support to ensure a comfortable and safe working environment for both X and Y. Recommendations: 1. *Review Company Policies*: X and management should review the company's policies and procedures related to s*xual harassment complaints and reporting authorities. 2. *Open Communication*: Encourage open communication between X, Y, and management to address any concerns and work towards a resolution. 3. *Seek HR or Legal Advice*: If necessary, seek advice from HR or legal professionals to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

T. Kalaiselvan, Advocate (Advocate)     10 March 2025

Y has no choice, the rules and regulations are common to all, if at all she declines then she may be given a chance either to continue the employment or put down the papers.


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