Question

the publication of false and damaging information about a person is referred to as

Answer 1

bad secret which is stupid

Answer 2

The publication of false result about someone is known as Libeling or defamation.

It is a written false statement which wrongly accuses a person for doing something.

It leads to the damage of one’s reputation, business or even livelihood.

This is a punishable offence by law and can lead to serious consequences under the law. Slandering on public platforms, whether written or digital media, can a cause a great deal of damage.