Law of Witnesses: Role in the Criminal Justice System – A Need to Reform is a well-researched and thought-provoking book that critically examines the role of witnesses in India’s criminal justice system. With increasing concern over hostile witnesses, intimidation, and lack of protection, this book dives deep into the need for systematic reforms to strengthen the credibility and safety of witnesses.

The book also discusses judicial precedents, comparative models from other countries, and proposes practical legal reforms aimed at ensuring fairness in criminal proceedings.

✅ Key Highlights:

• Detailed study of the importance and challenges faced by witnesses

• Covers hostile witnesses, retraction of statements, and cross-examination challenges

• Discusses the witness protection scheme in India

• Cites landmark Supreme Court judgments

• Suggests policy reforms and legal amendments

• Ideal for law students, judicial services aspirants, criminal lawyers, and legal researchers