• To develop guidelines and norms for policies against sexual harassment
• To develop principles and procedures to combat sexual harassment
• To work out details for the implementation these policies.
• To prepare a detailed plan of actions, both short and long term
• To organize gender sensitization awareness programme.
• To deal with cases of discrimination and sexual harassment in a time bound manner, aiming at ensuring support services to the victimized

1. Verbal or Physical threats.
2. Insulting, Abusive, Embarrassing or Patronizing behavior or Comments.
3. Offensive gestures, Language, Rumors, Gossip or Jokes.
4. Humiliating, Intimidating, Demeaning and/or Persistent criticism, Open hostility.
5. Suggestive comments or Body language.
6. Isolation or Exclusion from normal work or study place.
7. Publishing, Circulating or Displaying pornographic, Racist, Sexually suggestive or Otherwise offensive pictures or Other materials.
8. Unwanted physical contact, Ranging from an invasion of space to a serious assault (The above list is not intended to be exhaustive).
The following is also sexual harassment and is covered by the committee
9. Eve-teasing
10. Unsavory remarks
11. Jokes causing or likely to cause awkwardness or embarrassment
12. Innuendos and taunts
13. Gender based insults or sexist remarks Unwelcome sexual overtone in any manner such as over telephone (obnoxious telephone calls) and the like
14. Touching or brushing against any part of the body and the like
15. Displaying pornographic or other offensive or derogatory pictures, cartoons, pamphlets or sayings
16. Forcible physical touch or molestation
17. Physical confinement against one’s will and any other act likely to violate one’s privacy

1. Understand the Policies and Legal Framework

Review Relevant Legislation: Familiarize yourself with national and state-level legislation regarding SC/ST policies, including affirmative action, reservation quotas, and any specific provisions for educational institutions.

2. Develop and Formalize Policies

Policy Documentation: Create or update institutional policies to align with legal requirements and best practices for SC/ST students. This should cover admissions, scholarships, reservations, and support services.

3. Implement Reservation and Affirmative Action Measures

Admission Quotas: Ensure that admission quotas for SC/ST students are adhered to as per regulatory guidelines. This includes reserving a specific percentage of seats in undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Scholarships and Financial Aid: Provide targeted scholarships, financial aid, and fee waivers for SC/ST students to reduce financial barriers to education.

4. Create Support Services

Dedicated Support Centers: Establish dedicated support centers or cells for SC/ST students to address their specific needs and concerns.
Counseling and Mentorship: Offer counseling and mentorship programs to support SC/ST students academically and emotionally. This may include career counseling, academic guidance, and personal support.

5. Promote Awareness

Awareness Campaigns: Implement awareness campaigns to inform the college community about SC/ST policies, benefits, and the importance of inclusivity.

6. Address Complaints and Issues

Grievance Redressal: Establish a grievance redressal mechanism specifically for SC/ST students to address any issues related to discrimination, exclusion, or non-compliance with policies.
Timely Resolution: Ensure that complaints are addressed promptly and fairly, with clear procedures for resolution and appeals.

7. Engage with SC/ST Student Groups

Student Associations: Support and engage with student associations or organizations representing SC/ST students. These groups can provide valuable feedback and contribute to policy development.

Review Legislation: Familiarize yourself with national and state-level policies, legislation, and guidelines related to minority rights and affirmative action. This includes understanding quotas, scholarships, and other benefits for minority students.

Institutional Guidelines: Review any specific policies your institution has in place for minority students, as well as directives from regulatory bodies like the University Grants Commission (UGC) or other relevant agencies.

Develop Policies: Create or update institutional policies to ensure they align with legal requirements and best practices for supporting minority students. This should cover admissions, scholarships, support services, and anti-discrimination measures.

Admission Quotas: Ensure that admission quotas for minority students are adhered to as per regulations. This includes reserving a specific percentage of seats in various academic programs for minority students.

Scholarships and Financial Aid: Provide targeted scholarships, grants, and financial aid to minority students to help alleviate financial barriers to education.

Awareness Campaigns: Run awareness campaigns to educate the college community about minority policies, benefits, and the importance of diversity and inclusivity.

Grievance Redressal: Establish a grievance redressal mechanism specifically for minority students to address issues related to discrimination, policy non-compliance, or other concerns.

Timely Resolution: Ensure that grievances are handled promptly and fairly, with clear procedures for resolution and appeals.

Campus Facilities: Ensure that campus facilities and resources are accessible and supportive of all students, including those from minority backgrounds.

• Ensure reservation norms in the admission of students and in the appointments of teaching and non-teaching staff.
• Maintain social relationship among the admitted students in the college and resolve issues, grievances, representations etc.,
• Explore redressal mechanisms and provisions for remedial coaching, counseling etc.,
• Coordination of equal opportunity, welfare and other schemes including financial assistances from the government and UGC.

1. Understand the OBC Policies and Legal Framework

Review Relevant Legislation: Familiarize yourself with national and state-level legislation and guidelines regarding OBC policies, including reservations, affirmative action, and related benefits.

2. Formulate and Update Policies

Policy Documentation: Draft or update institutional policies to align with legal requirements for OBC students. This should cover admissions, scholarships, reservations, and support services.

3. Implement Reservation and Affirmative Action Measures

Admission Quotas: Ensure that the reservation quotas for OBC students are adhered to in admissions. This includes reserving a specific percentage of seats in various academic programs.
Scholarships and Financial Aid: Provide targeted scholarships, financial aid, and fee waivers for OBC students to help reduce financial barriers to education.

4. Establish Support Services

Dedicated Support Centre: Create a dedicated OBC student support centre or cell to address their specific needs, concerns, and challenges.
Counseling and Mentorship: Offer counseling, mentorship, and academic support tailored to OBC students. This can include career counseling, academic guidance, and personal support.

5. Promote Awareness

Awareness Campaigns: Implement awareness campaigns to educate the college community about OBC policies, benefits, and the importance of inclusivity.

6. Address Complaints and Issues

Grievance Redressal Mechanism: Establish a grievance redressal mechanism for OBC students to address any issues related to discrimination, non-compliance, or other concerns.
Timely Resolution: Ensure that grievances are addressed promptly and fairly, with clear procedures for resolution and appeals.

7. Engage with OBC Student Groups

Student Associations: Support and engage with student associations or organizations representing OBC students. These groups can provide valuable insights and contribute to policy development.

• To ensure equal access to education, facilities, and opportunities for all students without discrimination.
• To promote inclusiveness, dignity, and mutual respect among students from diverse backgrounds.
• To support students belonging to SC/ST, OBC, minority communities, economically weaker sections, and persons with disabilities.
• To create awareness among students about rights, responsibilities, and equal opportunity policies.
• To prevent discrimination, harassment, or bias and to ensure a safe and student-friendly campus.

• Discrimination based on caste, gender, religion, language, region, disability, or economic status is strictly prohibited.
• All students are provided equal opportunities in admissions, academics, examinations, scholarships, co-curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Students with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation and necessary support as per norms.
• Any student facing discrimination or denial of equal opportunity may submit a complaint to the Cell, which will be handled in a confidential and time-bound manner.
• Awareness programmes, orientation sessions, and campaigns are organized to promote equality, diversity, and harmony on campus.

• Established in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) following UGC guidelines to ensure equitable access, opportunities, and inclusive education for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Target Groups: The cell focuses on supporting students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC - non-creamy layer), minorities, women, Persons with Disabilities (PwD), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS).
• Functions: It works to protect the rights of these students, provides counseling/mentorship, helps with scholarships, and runs bridge courses to ensure academic success.
• NEP 2020 Context: The creation of these cells is a key recommendation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to promote social justice and increase participation in higher education.

• To ensure equal access to higher education and institutional resources for students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• To support students belonging to SC/ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), minorities, persons with disabilities, economically weaker sections, migrant students, and other vulnerable groups.
• To identify barriers affecting the academic progress of SEDGs students and provide academic, financial, and emotional support.
• To promote inclusive participation of all students in academic, cultural, sports, and co-curricular activities.
• To create awareness among students about government scholarships, fellowships, and support schemes.
• To foster a campus environment based on equity, dignity, and mutual respect.

• The institution follows a non-discrimination and equal opportunity policy in admissions, academics, evaluation, and campus life.
• Students belonging to socio-economically disadvantaged groups are provided necessary academic support, mentoring, and guidance.
• Equal access to scholarships, fee concessions, remedial coaching, counseling, and welfare schemes is ensured as per norms.
• Reasonable accommodation and infrastructural support are provided to students with disabilities.