A, residing in Delhi, publishes in Kolkata, statements defamatory of B. B may sue A:

Option A: Only in Delhi

Option B: Only in Kolkata

Option C: in both the place of Delhi and Kolkata

Option D: either in Kolkata or in Delhi

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

A, residing in Delhi, publishes in Kolkata statements defamatory of B. B may sue A either in Kolkata or in Delhi.This question is based on Illustration (b) of Section 19, which deals with Suits for compensation for wrongs to person or movables. See Illustration (b) stated below:- Illustrations: (a) A, residing in Delhi, beats B in Calcutta. B sue A either in Calcutta or in Delhi. (b) A , residing in Delhi, publishes in Calcutta statements defamatory of B. B may sue A either in Calcutta or in Delhi.

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