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A' in good faith says of a book published by 'Z' that Z's book is indecent, 'Z' must be a man of impure mind. Is this defamation punishable under section 500 of Indian Penal Code?

A. Yes, because the opinion respects 'Z's character

B. No, because it falls within one of the exceptions of Section 499 of Indian Penal Code

C. No, because it is slander

D. No, because it has not been repeated

Answer: Option B


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