Under section 499 of Indian Penal Code how many exceptions are provided for the offence of defamation?

Option A: 5

Option B: 8

Option C: 9

Option D: 10

Correct Answer

Option: d

Explanation

There are to exception to the offence of defamation under section 499 of IPC Exception 1 – Truth for the public good. Exception 2 Fair Criticism of Public Servant. Exception 3 – Fair comment on public conduct of public men other than a public servant….Exception 4 – Report of Proceedings of Court. Exception 5 Case Comments…. Exception 6 Literary Criticism. Exception 7-Censure by one in authority Exception 8- Complaint to Authority Exception 9 Imputation for Protection of Interests Exception 10- Caution in Good Faith.

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