What is the purpose of the centrally sponsored scheme for Fast Track Special Courts
The Cabinet has approved the continuation of a centrally sponsored scheme for Fast Track Special Courts for another three years.
The centrally sponsored scheme for Fast Track Special Courts has the following purposes:
- To expedite the disposal of pending cases related to heinous crimes, such as rape and murder, by setting up Fast Track Special Courts.
- To ensure speedy justice for victims and their families by handling the cases in a time-bound manner.
- To strengthen the criminal justice system by reducing the burden of pending cases and addressing the issue of case backlog.
- To promote faith in the judiciary and rule of law by providing timely justice and reducing the waiting time for trials.
- To deter potential offenders by demonstrating the swift and effective functioning of Fast Track Special Courts.
- To provide financial assistance and support to the states and Union Territories for establishing and maintaining these special courts.
- To create a focused and dedicated framework for handling cases of heinous crimes, thereby improving the overall efficiency of the justice system.
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