Principle When a person makes such a statement which lowers other person 39 s reputation in the esti...........

Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860 Others

Principle: When a person makes such a statement which lowers other person's reputation in the estimation of other persons, is liable for committing defamation.

Facts: 'A' writes a letter to 'B' in which he uses abusive language against 'B' and also states that 'B' is a dishonest person. 'A' put the letter in a sealed envelope and delivered it to 'B'.

'A' has committed defamation

'A' has committed a moral wrong

'A' has not committed moral wrong

'A' has not committed defamation

Explanation:

For defamation to take place, it is necessary for a third person to be present or for it to be published in public view.
Here, because the conversation was just between A and B and no third party was part of it, no defamation took place