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What is the name of the scheme established by the Supreme Court of India to ensure the safety of witnesses facing threats?
What is the name of the scheme established by the Supreme Court of India to ensure the safety of witnesses facing threats?
The Supreme Court of India has drawn up a nationwide Witness Protection Scheme to provide security to witnesses facing threats. This became necessary as witnesses often turn hostile during trials due to harassment or lack of protection. The scheme provides for threat assessment of witnesses and protective measures based on three categories of threat perception.