Section 21 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- (1)Every establishment shall notify equal opportunity policy detailing measures proposed to be taken by it in pursuance of the provisions of this Chapter in the manner as may be prescribed by the Central Government.
- (2)Every establishment shall register a copy of the said policy with the Chief Commissioner or the State Commissioner, as the case may be.
Summary
- Every office or workplace must notify an equal opportunity policy.
- This policy needs to detail the specific measures the establishment is taking to follow the employment and skill development rules in the law.
- The manner in which the policy is announced is decided by the Central Government.
- A copy of this policy must be officially registered with either the Chief Commissioner or the State Commissioner.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What does Section 21 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 require from workplaces?
Under Section 21 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, every establishment is required to notify an equal opportunity policy that details the measures they are taking to support employees with disabilities.
2. Do private companies have to register their policy under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?
Yes, Section 21 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 states that every establishment, which includes private ones, must register a copy of their equal opportunity policy with the Chief or State Commissioner.
3. Where is the specific content of the equal opportunity policy mentioned in the 2016 Act?
Section 21 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 specifies that the policy must detail measures proposed to be taken by the establishment in pursuance of the Skill Development and Employment chapter.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 21 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, what must an establishment do with its equal opportunity policy?
Q2.Who decides the manner in which the equal opportunity policy is notified under Section 21 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?
Q3.According to Section 21 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, what must the equal opportunity policy detail?
Q4.Which authorities are mentioned as recipients of the registered policy in Section 21 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?