Pre-Course Graded Assessment – Edelweiss

Does this image of interaction in the workplace depict a case of sexual harassment?

Does this image of interaction in the workplace depict a case of sexual harassment?

Does this image depict a case of sexual harassment?

Wow, you look great in that outfit”. Is this an acceptable compliment at the workplace?

“Who’s the new chick on the block?” – Neeraj “whispered” loudly to Amar, who “whispered” back – “Shall we find out?”, as they stood inside the pantry eyeing Sarita. Sarita, uncomfortable and self-conscious, quickly poured a cup of coffee into her mug and rushed out of the pantry. Can this be considered as workplace sexual harassment?

Despite repeated refusals, Ankit, a senior team member, kept sending Sonam romantic jokes. Sonam finally complained to HR about Ankit’s conduct, who was then issued a warning to refrain from harassing Sonam. Ankit then began to use his position by refusing or delaying Sonam’s requests for meetings. Twice, he said that he had ‘forgotten’ to invite Sonam to team meetings. This has started affecting Sonam’s performance.

Can Sonam raise any kind of complaint against Ankit in this situation?

At the workplace, it is acceptable for a person in a position of power to use his/her power to blackmail or coerce fellow employees for sexual favours.

“It’s so hot in here,” said Sumit, to which Anita, his colleague, answered with a laugh “Not hotter than you”. Is this an acceptable compliment at the workplace?

Manasa shares her bay with Ajit and Rajat, who often crack lewd jokes amongst themselves.

After a few instances, she requested them to stop, but to her disappointment, they continued their lewd conversations in a hushed manner and often looked at her and laughed, which made her even more uncomfortable.

Manasa finally confides in her colleague Jeevan. What should be Jeevan’s advice to Manasa?

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What should you do when someone tells you they don’t want to receive gifts from you?

What should you do when someone tells you to stop staring at them as it makes them feel uncomfortable?

Sharing lewd jokes with a colleague in an e-mail or as a text cannot be considered sexual harassment.

“You look great. How do you manage to stay fit?”. Is this an acceptable compliment at the workplace?

Does this image depict a case of sexual harassment?