International Journal of Human Resource & Industrial Research
Print ISSN : 2349–4816
Online ISSN : 2349–3593
Frequency : Monthly
Current Issue : Volume 13 , Issue 2
2026
Parikshit Srivastav , Prof. (Dr.) Rajpal Singh
Parikshit Srivastav, Research Scholar, Faculty of Law, Major S.D. Singh University, Farrukhabad
Prof. (Dr.) Rajpal Singh, Supervisor, Dean Law, Faculty of Law, Major S.D. Singh University, Farrukhabad
DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22858651 Page No : 11-23
Published Online : 2026-09-20
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ABSTRACT
This study looks at how prepared women in India are to report workplace sexual harassment. The study identifies what stops them from speaking up about workplace sexual harassment. We used a survey to collect data from many female employees in different jobs. This gave us a clear view of the experiences affecting their choice to report. More than 67% of the women felt unsure about reporting. These women feared people would get back at them. They also did not trust company rules to protect them. These facts match other studies about the silence around sexual harassment. Poor laws and weak company support make this silence worse.
This work is new. It shows women are not just victims. They are active people who manage their work. The facts in this study fill a hole in current literature. They give practical ideas for new laws and company changes in India. This addresses what women face at work.
This study is new in its results and it provides a base to study social and company factors affecting reporting. The insights gained from this study not only fill a critical gap in the existing literature but also have practical applications that can guide policy-making and organizational reforms in India, addressing the complexities surrounding women's experiences of workplace sexual harassment. The originality of this research lies not only in its findings but also in its methodological rigor, providing a strong foundation for further exploration into the social and organizational factors influencing disclosure behaviors.
Keywords: sexual harassment, workplace , women, India, fear, trust
