SHORT ANSWER:
The Whistleblowers Protection Act, 2014 provides measures to protect the identity of whistleblowers and prevent victimization.
DETAILS:
- The Act ensures that the identity of the whistleblower is kept confidential.
- It prohibits any disclosure of the whistleblower's identity without their consent.
- It provides protection against harassment and victimization of whistleblowers.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Any person who reveals the identity of a whistleblower can face imprisonment and fines.
- Victimization of whistleblowers can lead to legal action against the perpetrator.
SOURCE:
- Whistleblowers Protection Act, 2014
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