Workplace discrimination and harassment are any unfair or abusive treatment of an employee or a customer based on their personal characteristics, such as gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age. Workplace discrimination and harassment can take various forms, such as:Denying equal opportunities or benefits to certain employees or customers
Making offensive or derogatory remarks or jokes about certain employees or customers
Displaying or circulating discriminatory or obscene materials or messages
Human trafficking is a global issue that impacts men, women, and children in over 130 countries, including Nepal. Trafficking involves recruiting, transporting, or harboring individuals through force, deception, or coercion, often leading to exploitation in forced labor, sex trafficking, and organ removal. Nepal's Human Trafficking and Transportation (Control) Act, 2064 outlines strict penalties for traffickers, including imprisonment and fines for those involved in human trafficking, prostitution, or child exploitation. This guide provides an overview of the laws that aim to protect victims and reduce vulnerability, addressing key areas such as forced labor, sex trafficking, child labor, and organ trafficking.