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Law · Q2032

Indian Penal Code

Graduate and Post Graduate · Law · question 2032

Q2032

A' in good faith says of a book published by 'Z' that Z's book is indecent, 'Z' must be a man of impure mind. Is this defamation punishable under section 500 of Indian Penal Code?

A.
Yes, because the opinion respects 'Z's character
B.
No, because it falls within one of the exceptions of Section 499 of Indian Penal Code
Answer
C.
No, because it is slander
D.
No, because it has not been repeated

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
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