Legal Question in Criminal Law in India

Respected sir,

An leading news paper published an cover page article with out my consent and along with 2 distinct photos of me in it.It claims me a "victim of sexual abuse' which has caused immense mental trauma,and tarnished my family's reputation.

What action can i take against the news agency?


Asked on 9/05/10, 7:44 am

5 Answers from Attorneys

Vishwa Arya Arya & Co.

You may file a criminal complaint as well as suit for damages against defamation.

Read more
Answered on 9/05/10, 8:35 am
Sudershan Goel India Law Offices of Sudershan Goel - Advocate

I agree.

Read more
Answered on 9/05/10, 10:11 am
Shrichand Nahar S.V.Nahar, Advocate

Apart from civil and criminal action for defamation, I believe that there is some other statutory provision expressly prohibiting publication of name or identity of victims of sexual abuses.

Read more
Answered on 9/05/10, 10:10 pm
Aniruddha Pawse Aniruddha.P.Pawse Advocates

you can file a defamation case under criminal and civil law

Read more
Answered on 9/06/10, 12:28 am
waquar ahmed Ahmed & Associates;

ya u must have to file criminal complaint as well as the suit for damages and compensation for defamation against EDITOR & AUTHOR OF THE ARTICLE.

Read more
Answered on 9/06/10, 12:04 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Criminal Law questions and answers in India