Section 277 of CrPC : Section 277: Language of record of evidence.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: A theft case is being heard in a court in Mumbai, where the official language of the court is Marathi.

Situation: A witness, Mr. Sharma, who speaks Hindi, is called to give his testimony.

Application of Section 277:

• Clause (a): Since Mr. Sharma is not giving his evidence in Marathi (the language of the court), clause (a) does not apply.
• Clause (b): The court finds it practicable to take down Mr. Sharma's evidence in Hindi. Therefore, his testimony is recorded in Hindi.
• Clause (c): A true translation of Mr. Sharma's Hindi testimony into Marathi is prepared as soon as practicable, signed by the presiding Judge, and forms part of the official record.

Outcome: Mr. Sharma's testimony is recorded in Hindi, and a Marathi translation is added to the court records, ensuring that all parties understand the evidence presented.

Example 2:

Scenario: A murder trial is taking place in a court in Chennai, where the official language is Tamil.

Situation: A witness, Ms. Patel, who speaks Gujarati, is called to testify.

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