Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: TH
Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Fast Track Special Courts (FTSC) dedicated to expediting justice in cases of sexual offences for an additional three years, extending up to March 31, 2026.
- Launched in 2019 as a centrally sponsored scheme, the FTSC aims to swiftly dispose of cases related to rape and those falling under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
- The Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, oversees the implementation of the scheme, which has seen the establishment of 761 fast-track courts across 30 states and union territories.
- These courts have resolved over 1,95,000 cases, with a focus on ensuring prompt justice for victims of sexual offences.
