SHORT ANSWER:
The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 provides legal provisions to protect witnesses and victims.
DETAILS:
- The Act mandates the establishment of special courts for the trial of offenses under this Act.
- It includes provisions for the protection of witnesses, ensuring their safety and confidentiality.
- Victims are entitled to relief and rehabilitation measures as per the guidelines set by the government.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Any act of intimidation or harm against witnesses or victims can lead to imprisonment and fines under the Act.
SOURCE:
- Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
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