In the Subramanian Swamy vs Union of India case in 2016, the top court upheld the constitutionality of criminal defamation, ruling that it served as a reasonable restriction on the freedom of speech and expression under Article 19 and was a fundamental aspect of the right to life and liberty.

‘Time has come to decriminalise defamation law,’ says Supreme Court in a shift from its 2016 ruling

A court in Thailand has denied bail to three pro-democracy activists who have been charged with Lese Majeste Law. The three activists were accused of violating royal defamation laws following a rally in Bangkok last September.

Thailand: 3 pro-democracy protesters denied bail

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