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30/11/23 06:44 AM IST

Cabinet approves continuation of fast track courts for trying sexual offences for 3 years

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  • The Union Cabinet  approved the continuation of fast-track courts, dedicated to dispensation of justice in cases of sexual offences, for a period of three years.
Fast Track Special Court
  • The Fast Track Special Court (FTSC), a centrally sponsored scheme which was launched in 2019, would now be extended up to March 31, 2026.
  • The total cost of running the scheme for the three-year period would be ₹1,952.23 crore out of which ₹1,207.24 crore would be borne by the Centre and ₹744.99 crore by the State. The Centre’s share would be taken from the Nirbhaya Fund.
  • Implemented by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, the centrally sponsored scheme has established fast track courts across the country, ensuring the swift disposal of cases related to rape and those coming under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
  • A total of 30 States and Union Territories have participated in the scheme, operationalising 761 fast track courts including 414 dedicated POCSO courts, which have together resolved over 1,95,000 cases.
  • The Centre had decided to set up 1,023 fast track courts after the passage of the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act in 2018 in the aftermath of the ‘Nirbhaya’ gangrape case in Delhi.
  • These included courts that deal exclusively with cases related to violations of the POCSO Act in 31 States and UTs.
Outcomes of the Scheme
  • Reflect the nation's commitment to ending sexual and gender-based violence.
  • Substantially reduce pending cases of Rape & POCSO Act, relieving the burden on the judicial system.
  • Ensure swift access to justice for victims of sexual crimes through improved facilities and expedited trials.
  • Lessen the burden of cases to a manageable number.
Source- The Hindu

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