THE EFFICACY OF FAST TRACK COURTS IN INDIA: AN ANALYSIS OF EFFICIENCY AND JUSTICE DELIVERY

Abstract

This paper evaluates the efficiency of India’s Fast Track Courts (FTCs), specifically evaluating their efficiency and justice delivery mechanisms. FTCs have been a significant judicial reform initiative in India. Through analysis of Quantitative data on case disposal rates, qualitative evaluating judgements, and comparative evaluation with regular courts, this research assesses whether FTCs have succeeded in their primary objectives. The Findings suggest that while FTCs have shown modest improvements in disposal rates, they continue to face systematic challenges including Infrastructure Deficiencies, Resource Constraints, and procedural complexities. This paper proposes policy recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of FTCs within India’s broader judicial framework, emphasizing the need for balanced consideration of both efficiency and substantive Justice.