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VOL. 8, ISSUE 1 (2022)
An article on the topic need of tribunals for defamation: in the light of trial by media
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Vidya Dhere, Prashant Subhash Arbune
Abstract
In many cases, the media has played an important role in uncovering the relevant facts. It's a pity, therefore, that when the media sees these newly found truths as a means of boosting TRPs, they tend to be less concerned about their veracity. A hero may transform into a villain due of media's immense influence, and vice versa, depending on how the media sensationalizes the news story. Many times, the press fails to remember that the criminal justice system is built on the presumption of innocence and beyond reasonable doubt. As a result of media presumptions of guilt, the accused is forced to defend himself before a jury of his peers and peers' peers. In certain cases, the individual depicted in the media is acquitted by the courts after going through the judicial process. Although this is true, it is of little value because of the damage done to the person's reputation prior to the trial. This has an impact on the accused's professional objectives as well as numerous elements of their personal and familial lives. The media's present self-control mechanism is unable to keep up with such a massive amount of information being tested on a regular basis. As a result, a structure for external oversight and accountability must be put in place. Defamation cases against the media can serve to hold the media accountable while protecting the individual's right to live a dignified life.
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Pages:191-193
How to cite this article:
Vidya Dhere, Prashant Subhash Arbune "An article on the topic need of tribunals for defamation: in the light of trial by media ". International Journal of Law, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2022, Pages 191-193
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