Consider the following statements:
For defamation the plaintiff has to prove that the imputation is false and malicious. In this context malicious means
1. With evil motive
2. Without just cause
3. A factor relevant in assessment of damages
4. An irrelevant plea of defamation
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. With evil motive and without just cause only
B. Without just cause, a factor relevant in assessment of damages and an irrelevant plea of defamation
C. Without just cause only
D. Without just cause and a factor relevant in assessment of damages only
Answer: Option A

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