Defamatory: Hand Written Family Matter Circulating Through Whatsapp (digitally)

Yes, you can take a legal action under Section 499 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 which takes about defamation, as whoever, by words either spoken or intended to be read, or by signs or by visible representations, makes or publishes any imputation concerning any person intending to harm, or knowing or having reason to believe that such imputation will harm, the reputation of such person is said to defame the person. Cyber Defamation occurs when a computer connected to the internet is used as a tool, or a medium to defame a person or an entity.

Send a legal notice through lawyer. You can file Defamation case and ask lot of money in damage to your reputation.

Hi, You can file a suit against them for defamation under IPC. They will be liable for punishment under Section 500 of IPC. You can also make them liable for forgery if they have created any false document to harm your reputation under section 469 of IPC. If you find it helpful, please rate my answer. Thank You.