Discrimination

Information on discrimination and harassment laws, equal opportunities and equal pay.

India :: Religious discrimination

The Indian government is seeking to promote the Hindu religion and is less progressive and inclusive than in the past – especially to those who follow the Christian religion …

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India :: Age discrimination

There is no statutory protection in relation to an employee’s age …

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India :: Race and caste discrimination

The law only protection individuals from state actions or prejudices by public officials …

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India :: Sex discrimination and harassment

The Code on Wages, 2019, provides for equal remuneration for male and female workers undertaking the same work, or work of a similar nature …

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India :: Disability discrimination

The Rights of Persons With Disabilities Act 2016 has increased the categories of disability from just 7 under the previous 1995 law to 21 – including conditions linked to mental disability and maiming due to an “acid attack” …

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India :: Discrimination

Equality is formally guaranteed as a fundamental right under Article 14 of the Constitution of India …

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