What is the definition of defamation according to the text?

Defamation Act Quiz

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Safrena Noreen Malek
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The act of stealing someone's identity
The act of physically harming someone
The act of publishing a statement that damages a person's reputation
The act of spreading false information about someone
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which law governs defamation in Malaysia?
Penal Code
Defamation Act 1957
Common Law Principles
Defamation Act 1967
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the difference between libel and slander?
Libel is defamation in a permanent form, while slander is in a temporary form
Libel is defamation without proof, while slander requires proof
Libel is temporary, while slander is permanent
Libel is spoken defamation, while slander is written defamation
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three elements that the plaintiff must prove in a defamation case?
Actual damage, financial loss, direct result
Defamatory words, reference to the plaintiff, publication
Imputation, title, goods
Unchastity, crime, disease
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the defence available for unintentional defamation according to the Defamation Act?
Counter-suit
No defence available
Self-defence
Offer of Amends
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the legal definition of 'publication' in defamation law?
Communication of words to at least one person other than the person defamed
Writing defamatory words in a personal diary
Keeping the words private and not sharing them with anyone
Discussing defamatory matters with a close friend
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which defence in defamation law requires the defendant to prove that the defamatory statement was true?
Justification
Qualified privilege
Absolute privilege
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