Section 222 of BNSS : Section 222: Prosecution for defamation.

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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a journalist, writes an article in a local newspaper accusing Suresh, a local businessman, of embezzling funds from his company. Suresh feels that the article has defamed him and harmed his reputation. Under Section 222 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, Suresh can file a complaint for defamation against Ravi. However, if Suresh is unable to file the complaint himself due to illness, his wife can file the complaint on his behalf with the permission of the court.

Example 2:

Meera, a school teacher, is accused of defamation by her colleague, Priya, who claims that Meera spread false rumors about her personal life. Priya decides to file a complaint under Section 222 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023. Since Priya is the aggrieved person, ...

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