The original judgment shall be filed with the record of the proceedings and where the original is recorded in a language different from that of the Court, and if either party so requires, a translation thereof into the language of the Court shall be added to such record.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Section 405
Judgment when to be translated
Englishहिंदी
⚡ Quick Answer Reference: Section 405 BNSS
- Provision: Section 405 of BNSS
- Act: Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
- Classification: THE JUDGMENT
- Jurisdiction: India
- Summary: When a judgment is given in a language other than the one used by the court, the original judgment must be filed with the court record. If either party asks for it, the judgment must also be translated into the language of the court.
Statutory Content
What does Section 405 of BNSS say?
Indian StandardSection 405, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
Bluebook (21st ed.)Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, § 405 (India)
Court Pleading StandardSection 405 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
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Section Meaning & Purpose
What does Section 405 of BNSS mean?
Plain English Explanation
When a judgment is given in a language other than the one used by the court, the original judgment must be filed with the court record. If either party asks for it, the judgment must also be translated into the language of the court.
Practical Interpretation
This section ensures that judgments are accessible to all parties involved, regardless of the language in which they were delivered. It requires the translation of judgments into the language of the court if either party requests it.
Core Legal Purpose
The core purpose of this section is to facilitate the understanding of judgments by all parties involved, ensuring that justice is served without language barriers.
Key Legal Elements
- •The original judgment must be filed with the record of the proceedings.
- •The original judgment must be recorded in a language different from that of the Court.
- •Either party must require a translation of the judgment into the language of the Court.
- •A translation of the judgment into the language of the Court must be added to the record.
Practical Example
Practical Example of Section 405 BNSS
Rajesh, a litigant, receives a judgment in a case against Priya, but the judgment is in a language he does not understand. Rajesh requests the court to translate the judgment into Hindi, the language of the court. The court complies with Rajesh's request and adds the translated judgment to the record. This ensures that Rajesh can understand the judgment and take necessary action.
Common Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions about Section 405 BNSS
Q: What is the punishment or consequence under Section 405 of BNSS?
This section is a procedural provision and does not prescribe a penal punishment.
Q: Does this section apply to private individuals or public entities?
This section applies to both private individuals and public entities, as it is a procedural provision that governs the translation of judgments in court proceedings.
Q: Is an offence under this section bailable or cognizable?
This section is a procedural provision and does not prescribe a penal punishment, so it is neither bailable nor cognizable.
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Common Questions about Section 405 BNSS
What is Section 405 of BNSS?
Section 405 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) defines and regulates "Judgment when to be translated". In plain terms: When a judgment is given in a language other than the one used by the court, the original judgment must be filed with the court record. If either party asks for it, the judgment must also be translated into the language of the court.
What is the punishment under Section 405 of BNSS?
Section 405 of BNSS does not prescribe a specific criminal punishment, or it is a procedural provision.
Is Section 405 of BNSS bailable or non-bailable?
Whether Section 405 of BNSS is bailable or non-bailable depends on the schedule classification.
What are the elements of Section 405 of BNSS?
The essential elements of Section 405 of BNSS are: The original judgment must be filed with the record of the proceedings.; The original judgment must be recorded in a language different from that of the Court.; Either party must require a translation of the judgment into the language of the Court..
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