61. Which of the following is NOT permitted during the inquiry process under the POSH Act?

A) Cross-examination of witnesses

B) Submission of documentary evidence

C) Disclosure of the identity of the aggrieved woman to the public

D) Examination of the respondent

Correct Answer: C

62. The employer must act on the ICC's recommendations within how many days of receiving the report?

A) 15 days

B) 30 days

C) 45 days

D) 60 days

Correct Answer: D

63. If the ICC finds the allegation proved, it may recommend which of the following actions?

A) Only a written apology

B) Termination, demotion, withholding of promotion, or any other service rule action

C) Only a monetary fine

D) Only a transfer of the aggrieved woman

Correct Answer: B

64. The ICC may recommend payment of compensation to the aggrieved woman. Which factor is NOT considered while determining compensation?

A) Mental trauma and distress caused

B) Loss in career opportunity

C) The respondent's marital status

D) Medical expenses incurred

Correct Answer: C

65. If the respondent fails to comply with the ICC's recommendations, the employer shall:

A) Ignore the non-compliance

B) Take action as prescribed under the service rules

C) Refer the matter to the police

D) Dismiss the ICC

Correct Answer: B

66. The aggrieved woman or the respondent may prefer an appeal against the ICC/LCC findings to:

A) The Supreme Court

B) The appropriate court or tribunal

C) The National Human Rights Commission

D) The Ministry of Labour

Correct Answer: B

67. The appeal against the ICC/LCC findings must be filed within how many days of the recommendations?

A) 30 days

B) 60 days

C) 90 days

D) 120 days

Correct Answer: C

68. Which of the following is a valid interim relief that the ICC may recommend during the pendency of inquiry?

A) Termination of the respondent

B) Grant of leave to the aggrieved woman up to 3 months

C) Suspension of the entire department

D) Filing an FIR against the respondent

Correct Answer: B

69. The POSH Act prohibits publication or disclosure of the contents of the complaint or inquiry proceedings. Violation of this provision attracts:

A) No penalty

B) A penalty as prescribed under the service rules

C) Imprisonment up to 3 years

D) A fine of Rs. 10 lakhs

Correct Answer: B

70. If the aggrieved woman dies during the pendency of the inquiry, the complaint:

A) Is automatically dismissed

B) May be continued by her legal heir

C) Must be re-filed by the legal heir

D) Is transferred to the police

Correct Answer: B