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Under the POCSO Act, 2012, cases of sexual offences against children must be tried in ______ to ensure speedy justice.
- Regular sessions courts
- Fast Track Special Courts
- Juvenile Justice Boards
- Family courts
Answer: Fast Track Special Courts
POCSO Act, 2012: Provides for: (a) Child-friendly reporting, recording, medical examination, trial procedures, (b) Special courts for expedited trial (to be concluded within 1 year), (c) In-camera proceedings, (d) Protection of child's identity, (e) Support person for child. 2019 amendment enhanced punishments, included child pornography. Implementation challenges: low conviction rates, trauma to child witnesses, need for specialized training of judges/prosecutors.