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Fast-Track Courts in India
The Prime Minister announces fast-track courts (FTCs) to ensure speedy trials in exam paper leak cases. Fast-track courts are referenced as special courts for speedy disposal of specific categories of cases.
Fast-Track Courts (FTCs) and Fast-Track Special Courts (FTSC) Scheme:
| Dimension | Key Details |
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| Nature | Fast-track courts (FTCs) comprise special courts established to ensure the speedy disposal of specific categories of cases. |
| Legal basis | There is no single central legislation governing fast-track courts (FTCs). |
| Creation mechanism | Fast-track courts (FTCs) are created through government schemes and judicial or administrative decisions. |
| 14th Finance Commission recommendation | The 14th Finance Commission (2015–20) recommends establishing 1,800 Fast-Track Courts to expedite trials of heinous crimes and long-pending cases. |
| FTSC Scheme (2019) | In 2019, the Centre launches the Fast-Track Special Courts (FTSC) Scheme to exclusively handle rape and POCSO cases. |
| FTSC Scheme funding | The Fast-Track Special Courts (FTSC) Scheme is funded partly by the Nirbhaya Fund. |