4. Policies 4.

1 Quality Policy Tata Steel is committed to creating value for all our stakeholders by continually improving our systems and processes through innovation, involving all our employees. This policy shall form the basis of establishing and reviewing the Quality Objectives and shall be communicated across the organization. The policy will be reviewed to align with business direction and to comply with all the requirements of the Quality Management Standard. 4.2 Corporate Social Responsibility Policy Tata Steel believes that the primary purpose of a business is to improve the quality of life of people. So it is committed to improve the quality of the life of the people in the areas where it operates. 4.3 Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety Policy Tata Steel reaffirms its commitment to provide safe working place and clean environment to its employees and other stakeholders as an integral part of its business philosophy and values under which it will continually enhance its Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety (EHS) performance in its activities, products and services through a structured EHS management framework. 4.4 Research Policy Tata Steel nurtures and encourages innovative research in a creative ambience to ensure that the competitive advantage in its overall business is retained and surpassed. Towards this goal, the Company commits itself to providing all necessary resources and facilities for use by motivated researchers of the highest caliber. Corporate Social Responsibility Policy

Tata Steel believes that the primary purpose of a business is to improve the quality of life of people Tata Steel shall volunteer its resources, to the extent it can reasonably afford, to sustain and improve healthy and prosperous environment and to improve the quality of life of the employees and the communities it serves. Tata Steel shall conduct its business ever mindful of its social accountability, respecting applicable laws and with regard for human dignity. Tata Steel shall positively impact and influence its partners in fostering a sense of social commitment for their stakeholders.

Quality Policy

Consistent with the group purpose, Tata Steel constantly strives to improve the quality of life of the communities it serves through excellence in all facets of its activities.

We are committed to create value for all our customers and key stakeholders by continually standardizing, improving and innovating our offerings, systems and processes involving all our employees. This policy shall form the basis of establishing and reviewing the Business Objectives and Strategies and shall be communicated across the organization. The policy will be reviewed to align with business direction and to comply with all the requirements of TQM Principles.

Environmental

Tata Steels environmental responsibilities are driven by our commitment to preserve the environment and are integral to the way we do business.

1. We are committed to deal proactively with Climate Change issue by efficient use of natural resources & energy; reducing and preventing pollution; promoting waste avoidance and recycling measures; and product stewardship. o We shall identify, assess and mange our environmental impact. o We shall regularly monitor, review and report publicly our environmental performance. o Well shall develop & rehabilitate abandoned sites through afforestation and landscaping and shall protect and preserve the bio-diversity in the areas of our operations. o We shall enhance awareness, skill and competence of our employees and contractors so as to enable them to demonstrate their involvement, responsibility and accountability for sound environmental performance. 2. We are committed to continual improvement in our environmental performance. o We shall set objective-targets, develop, implement and maintain management standards and system, and go beyond compliance of the relevant industry standards legal and other requirements. 3. We will truly succeed when we sustain our environmental achievement and are valued by the communities in which we work. HR policy Tata Steel is an equal opportunity employer.

Tata Steel recognizes that its people are the primary source of its competitiveness.

It will pursue management practices designed to enrich the quality of life of its employees, develop their potential and maximize their productivity.

It will aim at ensuring transparency, fairness and equality in all its dealings with its employees.

Tata Steel shall strive continuously to foster a climate of openness, mutual trust and teamwork.

In the process Tata Steel shall strive to be the employer of choice by attracting the best available talent and ensuring a cosmopolitan workforce.