The CrPC 1973 was replaced by the BNSS 2023 (in force 2024-07-01); no verified section mapping on file for Section 273 — confirm the corresponding provision (savings: Section 531, BNSS 2023).
Except as otherwise expressly provided, all evidence taken in the course of the trial or other proceeding shall be taken in the presence of the accused or, when his personal attendance is dispensed with, in the presence of his pleader. 89A[Provided that where the evidence of a woman below the age of eighteen years who is alleged to have been subjected to rape or any other sexual offence, is to be recorded, the Court may take appropriate measures to ensure that such woman is not confronted by the accused while at the same time ensuring the right of cross-examination of the accused.] Explanation.-- In this section "accused" includes a person in relation to whom any proceeding under Chapter VIII has been commenced under this Code. Inserted by Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013 (w.e.f. 03/02/2013).