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Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a journalist, writes an article in a local newspaper claiming that Suresh, a well-known businessman, has been embezzling funds from his company. Ravi does not have any evidence to support this claim and publishes the article with the intention of harming Suresh's reputation. Suresh finds out about the article and sues Ravi for defamation. Under Section 356 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi could be held liable for defamation as he made a false imputation intending to harm Suresh's reputation.

Example 2:

Priya, a social media influencer, posts a video on her channel where she sarcastically comments, "Oh, look at Mr. Honest Ramesh, who never cheats on his taxes," while showing a picture of Ramesh. Priya's followers start believing that Ramesh is a tax evader. Ramesh, feeling his reputation has been damaged, decides to take legal action against Priya. According to Section 356, Priya's sarcastic comment could be considered defamation as it indirectly lowe...

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