Law on criminal defamation

Q.  As per proposers of decriminalizing law on defamation, which article is attacked by the law on criminal defamation?

1) 19
2) 21
3) 13
- Published on 17 May 16

a. 2, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 1
d. All of the above

ANSWER: 1, 2
 
  • The SC noted that reputation of an individual is an equally important right and stood on the same pedestal as free speech.
  • The criminalising defamation does not attack freedom of speech and expression.
  • One has a right to freedom of speech and expression. One is also required to maintain the idea of fraternity that assures the dignity of the individual.

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