AA Edit | Ensure Defamation Law Not Weaponised By Parties

Article 21 of the Indian constitution guarantees the right to life. Constitutional courts have expanded the scope of this article which now includes protection of reputation, dignity of life and the right to privacy

One of the essential features that define a democratic society is the rule of law. Defiance of the law as well as its abuse runs counter to it. It is important that checks and balances are placed to ensure that those who breach the law and abuse it are restrained alike from doing so. The Supreme Court’s suggestion to decriminalise defamation is a right first step in a long journey for Indian society to transform itself into a civilised and democratised one.

Article 21 of the Indian constitution guarantees the right to life. Constitutional courts have expanded the scope of thi