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Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs)

Context

Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) have significantly improved the speed of justice delivery in cases of rape and POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act violations. With an impressive disposal rate of 96.28%, these courts have played a crucial role in addressing the backlog of sexual offense cases and ensuring timely justice for victims. In 2024 alone, FTSCs disposed of 85,595 cases out of 88,902 new cases instituted.

About Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs)

  • Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) are established to provide expedited trials for rape and POCSO Act cases under the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2018.
  • Implementation: The scheme is administered by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice, in collaboration with State Governments and High Courts.
  • Current Status:
    • 745 FTSCs operational in 30 States & UTs, including 404 exclusive POCSO Courts.
    • Over 3,06,604 cases disposed of to date.
    • Each FTSC is expected to clear 41-42 cases per quarter (165 cases annually).

PYQ

Q.1 With reference to ‘consumers’ rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? (2012) 

  1. Consumers are empowered to take samples for food testing. 
  2. When a consumer files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid. 
  3. In case of death of consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forum on his/ her behalf. 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 3 only 
  4. 1, 2 and 3 

Solution: (c)

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