General Principle

Bangla Beyond prefers to use named and identifiable sources whenever possible.

When Anonymous Sources May Be Used

Anonymous sources may be considered when:

• Disclosure could place an individual at risk
• The information serves the public interest
• No reasonable alternative source exists

Verification

Editors must evaluate the credibility and reliability of anonymous sources before publication.

Serious Allegations

Anonymous sources alone will generally not be used to support serious allegations without additional supporting evidence.

Editorial Approval

The use of anonymous sources may require editorial approval before publication.

Protection of Sources

Bangla Beyond respects the confidentiality of legitimate sources and takes reasonable steps to protect source identities when necessary.