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Is it defamation to call husband 'impotent' in court? Bombay HC draws line in marital disputes — here's what it said

IndiaTimes Friday, 1 August 2025 ()
The Bombay High Court recently ruled that a wife's allegation of impotency against her husband in divorce or maintenance petitions does not constitute defamation. Justice Modak dismissed a man's complaint, emphasizing that such claims are relevant under the Hindu Marriage Act when supporting her case. This decision contrasts with a 2018 Nagpur bench ruling that deemed calling someone "impotent" as defamatory, especially outside legal contexts.
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