“X” residing in Delhi, publishes statements defamatory to “Y” in Calcutta. “Y” can sue “X” at:

Option A: Delhi

Option B: Calcutta

Option C: Anywhere in India

Option D: Either in Delhi or in Calcutta

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

See Illustration (b) of Section 19. Section 19 of Civil Procedure Code, 1908 provides that where a suit is for compensation for wrong done to the person or to movable property, if the wrong was done within the local limits of the jurisdiction of one Court and the defendant resides, or carries on business, or personally works for gain, within the local limits of the jurisdiction of another Court, the suit may be instituted at the option of the plaintiff in either of the said Courts. Illustration (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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