Fast Track Courts — Prelims Questions

With reference to Fast Track Courts (FTCs) in India, consider the following statements: 1. FTCs were established based on the recommendations of the 11th Finance Commission. 2. The Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) launched in 2019 primarily targets cases under the Prevention of Corruption Act. 3. The right to a speedy trial, which FTCs aim to uphold, is explicitly mentioned as a fundamental right in Article 21 of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following is NOT a primary objective of Fast Track Courts (FTCs) in India?

Consider the following statements regarding the funding of Fast Track Courts (FTCs) in India: 1. The initial Fast Track Courts Scheme (2000) was entirely funded by the Central Government. 2. After 2011, the Central Government continued to provide 100% funding for all FTCs. 3. The Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Fast Track Special Courts (2019) for POCSO/Rape cases is funded through the Nirbhaya Fund. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following Supreme Court judgments is most directly associated with establishing the 'right to a speedy trial' as a fundamental right in India?

Consider the following statements regarding the operational aspects of Fast Track Courts (FTCs): 1. FTCs are mandated to conduct day-to-day hearings to minimize adjournments. 2. Judges for FTCs are exclusively appointed from retired judicial officers. 3. The Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) provisions are entirely suspended for trials in FTCs to ensure speed. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?