The 22nd Law Commission of India’s 285th report, ‘The Law of Criminal Defamation,’ emphasizes the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the right to reputation, advocating for the retention of criminal defamation within India’s legal framework. The comprehensive analysis, led by Chairperson Ritu Raj Awasthi and a distinguished panel, proposes a legal mechanism that safeguards both individual reputations and the right to free speech.
