312. In every case where evidence is taken down under section 310 or section 311,-
(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.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Section 311 Record in trial before Court of Session
Section 312 Language of record of evidence
Section 313 Procedure in regard to such evidence when completed
Section 314 Interpretation of evidence to accused or his advocate
Section 315 Remarks respecting demeanour of witness
Section 316 Record of examination of accused
Section 317 Interpreter to be bound to interpret truthfully
Section 318 Record in High Court
Section 319 When attendance of witness may be dispensed with and commission issued