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. Withoutjust cause and excuse.
3. Afactor relevantin assessment of damages.
4. An irrelevant plea of defamation.
Which of the statement given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 4
B. 2 and 3, only
C. 2 only
D. 2, 3 and 4
Answer: Option A
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