Criminal and Civil Law · Legal Glossary
Defamation
मानहानि
Definition
Defamation generally means making or publishing an imputation concerning a person with the intention, knowledge or reason to believe that it will harm that person’s reputation, subject to statutory exceptions. Civil remedies may also be available.
Relevant Laws & Sections
- Section 356, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Official Sources
Plain-language explanation only. Check the linked official text and current court rules for your situation.