Code of Criminal Procedure Act, 1973
277.Language of record of evidence.-
In every case where evidence is taken down
under section 275 or section 276,-
(a) if the witness gives evidence in the language of the Court, it shall be
taken down in that language;
(b) if he gives evidence in any other language, it may, if practicable, be
taken down in that language, and if it is not practicable to do so, a true
translation of the evidence in the language of the Court shall be prepared as
the examination of the witness proceeds, signed by the Magistrate or presiding
Judge, and shall form part of the record;
(c) where under clause (b) evidence is taken down in a language other than the
language of the Court, a true translation thereof in the language of the Court
shall be prepared as soon as practicable, signed by the Magistrate or presiding
Judge, and shall form part of the record:
Provided that when under clause (b) evidence is taken down in English
and a translation thereof in the language of the Court is not required by any
of the parties, the Court may dispense with such translation.