What is Section 313crpc Section 313 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 is a provision that gives the court the power to examine the accused personally and ask him any questions related to the evidence against him. The purpose of this provision is to enable the accused to explain any circumstances that may appear unfavorable to him and to ensure a fair trial. The main features of Section 313 are: The court can examine the accused at any stage of the inquiry or trial, without warning him in advance. The court must question the accused generally on the case after the prosecution witnesses have been examined and before he is called for his defence. The accused is not under oath when he is examined by the court. The accused cannot be punished for refusing to answer the questions or for giving false answers. The answers given by the accused can be taken into consideration in the inquiry or trial and can be used as evidence for or against him in any other inquiry or trial for any other offence that he may have committed