SHORT ANSWER:
The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 includes provisions for the protection of whistleblowers.
DETAILS:
- The Act provides for the establishment of a mechanism for the protection of whistleblowers who report corruption.
- It ensures confidentiality of the identity of the whistleblower.
- Whistleblowers are protected from victimization and harassment.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Any person who retaliates against a whistleblower may face legal consequences under the Act.
SOURCE:
- Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
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