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Delhi High Court considers freedom of expression in the defamation lawsuit filed by Dehadrai against Mahua Moitra.

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Abstract

The Delhi High Court is considering a defamation lawsuit filed by lawyer Jai Anant Dehadrai against Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra. The court has ruled that Moitra has the right to defend herself in the public domain. Moitra is facing allegations of receiving cash in exchange for posing questions in the Lok Sabha. The court is seeking to strike a balance between protecting reputations and upholding free speech rights, and the next hearing is scheduled for April 25. Dehadrai is seeking Rs 2 crore in damages and a restraining order against Moitra's defamatory statements. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:India Together. 2024/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:176511074
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