If a female worker's complaint is dismissed by linking it to her character what does it show?

Correct answer: Victim blaming gender bias

A complaint should be examined through facts, evidence, and a fair procedure. Judging a female worker’s character instead of listening to the complaint shifts attention away from the possible wrongdoing. It suggests that the complainant is being treated as responsible for what happened to her. This attitude can silence workers, discourage future reporting, and protect the person who may have caused the harm. It is therefore a form of gender-based victim blaming.

Option A is correct because linking a complaint to the woman’s character is not a fair inquiry. Options B and C describe the opposite of what is happening: a fair inquiry would assess evidence impartially, while safe reporting would protect the complainant from retaliation and humiliation. “Work simplification” concerns making tasks easier and has no connection with this situation. The proper response is respectful investigation, confidentiality, and protection from blame.