Issuing Summons In Defamation Cases Cannot Be A Mechanical Exercise, Requires Proper Application Of Mind: Jammu And Kashmir High Court

In a significant ruling, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar has set aside an order issued by a lower court due to procedural lapses in handling a matrimonial dispute and allegations of defamation. The case, CRM(M) No.310/2019, involves allegations against Manju Bhat, who is accused by her husband, Dr. Amit Wanchoo, of various criminal offences including defamation and attempted assault. Background of the Case The…