Legal Principle: A statement is defamatory in nature if it is injurious to a person's reputation and if the statement has been published.Factual Situation: Rudra had been dating a girl named Kiara for three weeks. But he had introduced himself to her as Ricky Thakur (who is one of Rudra's friends) and he continued to be Ricky for the rest of their relationship. But ultimately the relationship ended badly and Kiara being upset and angry at Rudra started a website named 'ricky-thakur-is-ajerk. com'. She created this website so as to warn other girls about Ricky Thakur. The real Ricky Thakur files a suit for defamation. Decide. (AILET 2015)Decision:

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