![[Defamation Case] 'In Politics, Be Ready for Unwarranted Compliments': SC Quashes Proceedings Against Union Minister L. Murugan](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image-2-3.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 5th December, the Supreme Court quashed criminal defamation proceedings against Union Minister L. Murugan, overruling a Madras High Court decision. The case originated from comments made in December 2020 regarding the Murasoli Trust. The court emphasized the need for resilience in political discourse and acknowledged Murugan’s lack of intent to defame.
