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| THE MOTOR VEHICLES ACT, 1939 |
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Title : THE MOTOR VEHICLES ACT, 1939
Year : 1939
Act : CHAPTER X
MISCELLANEOUS
1[132A. Power to levy fee. Any rule which the Central
Government or the State Government is empowered to make under this Act
may, notwithstanding the absence of any express provision to that
effect, provide for the levy of such fees in respect of applications,
amendment of documents, issue of certificates, licences, permits,
tests, endorsements, badges, plates, counter-signatures,
authorisation, supply of statistics or copies of documents or orders
and for any other purpose or matter involving the rendering of any
service by the officers or authorities under this Act or any rule made
thereunder as may be considered necessary,":
Provided that the Government may, if it considers necessary so to
do, in the public interest, by general or special order, exempt any
class of persons FROM the payment of any such fee either in part or in
full.]
133.
Publication of and commencement of rules.
133. Publication of and commencement of rules. (1) Every power to
make rules given by this Act is subject to the condition of the rules
being made after previous publication.
(2) All rules made under this Act shall be published in the
Official Gazette, and shall, unless some later date is appointed, come
INTO force on the date of such publication.
(3) All rules made under this Act 6* * * by any State
Government shall be laid for not less than fourteen days before 6*
* * 3[the State Legislature]], 6* * * as soon as possible after
they are made, and shall be subject to such modifications 4 [as 6* *
* such Legislature] may make during the session in which they are so
laid.
6[(4) Every rule made by the Central Government under this Act
shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made, before each House
of Parliament while it is in session for a total period of thirty days
which mat be comprised in one session or in two or more successive
sessions, and if, before the expiry of the session immediately
following the session or the successive sessions aforesaid, both
Houses agree in making any modification in the rule or both Houses
agree that the rule should not be made, the rule shall thereafter
have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect as the case
may be; so, however, that any such modification or annulment shall be
without prejudice to the validity of anything previously done under
that rule."]
5[133A. Appointment of motor vehicles officer. (1) The State
Government may, for the purpose of carrying INTO effect the provisions
of this Act, establish a Motor Vehicles Department and appoint as
officers thereof such persons as it thinks fit.
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1 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 73 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
2 Subs. by the A. O. 1950, for "the Central or Provincial
Legislature".
3 Subs, by Act 3 of 1951, s. 3 and Sch., for "the Legislature of
a Part A State".
4 Subs. by the A. O. 1950, for "as the legislature".
5 Ins. by Act 20 of 1942, s. 21. 6 Omitted and ins. by Act 26 of 1976, S. 3 (w.e.f. 26 9. 1975).
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136.
(2) Every such officer shall be deemed to be a public servant
within the meaning of the Indian Penal Code. (45 of 1860.)
(3) The State Government may make rules to regulate the
discharge by officers of the Motor Vehicles Department of their
functions and in particular and without prejudice to the generality of
the foregoing power to prescribe the uniform to be worn by them, the
authorities to which they shall be subordinate, the duties to be per-
formed by them, the powers (including the powers exercisable by police
officers under this Act) to be exercised by them, and the conditions
governing the exercise of such powers.]
1[(4) In addition to the powers that may be conferred on any
officer of the Motor Vehicles Department under sub-section (3), such
officer as may be empowered by the State Government in this behalf
shall also have the power to,-
(a)make such examination and inquiry as he thinks fit in
ORDER to ascertain whether the provisions of this Act and the
rules made thereunder are being observed ;
(b) with such assistance, if any, as he thinks fit, enter,
inspect and search any premises which is in the occupation of
a person who, he has reason to believe, has committed an
offence under this Act or in which a motor vehicle in respect
of which such offence has been committed is kept :
Provided that-
(i)any such search without a warrant shall be made only, by
an officer of the rank of a gazetted officer ;
(ii)where the offence is punishable with fine only the search
shall not be made after sunset and before sunrise ;
(iii)where the search is made without a warrant, the gazetted
officer concerned shall record in writing, the grounds for
not obtaining a warrant and report to his immediate superior
that such search has been made ;
(c)examine any person and require the production of any
register or other document maintained in pursuance of this
Act, and take on the spot or otherwise statements
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1 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 74 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
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137.
of any person which he may consider necessary for carrying
out the purposes of this Act ;
(d)seize or take copies of any registers or documents or
portions thereof as he may consider relevant in respect of an
offence under this Act which he has reason to believe has
been committed;
(e)launch prosecutions in respect of any offence under this
Act and to take a bond for ensuring the attendance of the
offender before any Court ;
(f) exercise such other powers as may be prescribed:
Provided that no person shall be compelled under this sub-section
to answer any question or make any statement tending to incriminate
himself.
(5) The provisions of the 3[Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973] (2. of 1974.) so far as may be, apply to any search or seizure under this
section as they apply to any search or seizure under the authority of
any warrant issued under 3[section 94] of that Code.]
134.
Effect of appeal and revision on orders passed by original authority.
1[134. Effect of appeal and revision on orders passed by original
authority. (1) Where an appeal has been preferred or an application
for revision has been made against any ORDER passed by an original
authority under this Act, the appeal or the application for revision
shall not operate as a stay of the ORDER passed by the original autho-
rity and such ORDER shall remain in force pending the disposal of the
appeal or the application for revision, as the case may be, unless the
prescribed appellate authority or revisional authority otherwise
directs.
2[(1A) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), if
an application made by a person for the renewal of pen-nit has been
rejected by the original authority and such person has preferred an
appeal or made an application for revision under this Act against such
rejection, the appellate authority or, as the case may be, the
revisional authority may by ORDER direct that the permit shall, not-
withstanding the expiration of the term specified therein, continue to
be valid until the appeal or application for revision is disposed of.
(2) No ORDER made by competent authority under this Act shall be
reversed or altered on appeal or revision on account of any error,
omission or irregularity in the proceedings, unless it appears to the
prescribed appellate authority or revisional authority, as the case
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1 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956 s. 97, for s. 134 (w.e.f. 16-2-1957)
2 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 75 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
3 Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, S. 38 (w.e.f. 16.1.1979).
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138.
may be, that such error, omission or irregularity has, in fact, occa-
sioned a failure of justice.]
135.
Repeal and savings.
1[135. Repeal and savings. (1) The. enactments specified in the
Twelfth Schedule are hereby repealed to the extent mentioned therein.
(2) Notwithstanding the repeal of any enactment by this
section,-
(a)any notification, rule, regulation, ORDER or notice
issued, or any appointment or declaration made, or any
licence, permission or exemption granted, or any confiscation
made, or any penalty or fine imposed, or any forfeiture,
cancellation or discharge of any bond ordered, or any other
thing done, or any other action. taken under the repealed
enactment, shall, so far as it is not inconsistent with the
provisions of this Act, be deemed to have been done or taken
under the corresponding provision of this Act;
(b)any document referring to any enactment hereby repealed,
or to any provision thereof, shall be construed as referring
to this Act or to the corresponding provision of this Act.
(3) Any penalty payable under any repealed enactment may be
recovered in the manner provided by or under this Act but without
prejudice to any action already taken for the recovery of such penalty
under the repealed enactment.
(4) The mention of particular matters in this section shall not
be held to prejudice or affect the general application of section 6 of
the General Clauses Act, 1897, (10 of 1997.) with regard to the effect
of repeals.]
SCHE
FORMS
THE FIRST SCHEDULE
FORMS
2[FORM A
[see section 7(2)]
Form of application for licence to drive a motor vehicle
I
Application
I apply for a licence to enable me to drive *as a paid employed
*public service vehicles *goods vehicles, the vehicles I wish to drive
being of the following class(es)* --
(a) motor cycles,
*Strike out whichever is not applicable.
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1 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 76 (w.e.f. A 1.4.1971).
2 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s.93, for the original Form A
(w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
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139.
* (b) invalid carriages,
* (c) light motor vehicles,
* (f)road rollers,
*(g) a vehicle of a special type (description attached)
constructed or adapted to be driven by me.
3[I enclose three copies of a recent photograph."]
*Strike out whichever is not applicable.
Particulars to be furnished by the applicant
1. Full name and name of father or husband
2. Permanent address
3. Temporary address
4. Age at the date of application
5. Have you previously held licence ? If so, give particulars of
all licences held
6. Has any licence held by you been endorsed ? If so, give
particulars and the date of each endorsement
7. Have you been disqualified for obtaining a licence to drive ?
If so for what reason
8. Have you been subjected to driving test as to your fitness or
ability to drive, a vehicle in respect of which a licence to drive is
applied for ? If so, give date, testing authority and result of test
III
Declaration as to physical fitness of applicant and knowledge of
driving regulations and traffic signs.
The applicant is required to answer "Yes" or "No" in the space
provided opposite each question.
2["(a) Do you suffer FROM attacks of loss of consciousness from
any cause?"]
(b) Are you able to distinguish with each eye 1[(or if you have held
a licence
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1 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s.77 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
2 Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, S. 39 (w.e.f. 16.1.1979).
3 Ins. by Act 47 of 1982, s. 27 (w.e.f. 1.10.1982).
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140
to drive a motor vehicle for a period of not less than five
years and if you have lost sight of one eye after the said
period of five years and if the application is for driving a
light motor vehicle, other than a transport vehicle, fitted
with an outside mirror on the steering wheel side, with one
eye)) at a distance of 1[25 metres] in good day light (with
glasses, if worn) a motor car number plate containing seven
letters and figures?
(c) Have you lost either hand or foot or are you suffering
FROM any defect in movement, control or muscular power of
either arm or leg ?
(d) Can you readily distinguish the pigmentary colours red
and green?
(e) Do you suffer FROM night blindness?
(f) Are you so deaf as to be unable to hear 2[and if the
application is for driving a light motor vehicle, with or
without hearing aid)] the nary sound, signals?
(g) Do you suffer FROM any other disease or disability
likely to cause your driving of a motor vehicle to be a
source of danger to the public ?
(h) Are you cognisant of the provision of sections 81, 82,
83, 3[84, 85 and 85A] and the Tenth Schedule to, the Motor
Vehicles Act, 1939?
(i) Do you know the meaning of the traffic signs
specified in the Ninth Schedule to the Motor Vehicles Act,
1939 ?
I declare that to the best of my knowledge and belief the
particulars given in Section II and the declaration made in section
III hereof are true.
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1 Subs. by Act 51 of 1960, s. 5, for "25 yards" (w.e.f. 1-1-
1961).
2 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969. s. 77 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970),
3 Subs. by Act 27 of 1977, S. 11 (w.e.f..............)
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141.
NOTE 1.-An applicant who answers " yes" to any of the questions
(a), (c), (e), (f) and (g), or " no " to either of the questions (b)
and (d) should amplify his answer with full particulars, and may be
required to give further information relating thereto,
NOTE 2.-An applicant who answers " yes " to questions, (b), (c),
(d), (h) and (i) in the declaration and " no " to the other questions
may claim to be subjected to a test as to his competency to drive
vehicles of a specified class or classes.
NOTE 3.-The provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939, referred
to in question (h) are reproduced on the attached sheet. which should
be detached and kept for subsequent guidance.
Dated............................ :19.
Signature or thumb impression of applicant.
3* * *
Certificate of test of ability to drive
The applicant has passed/failed in the test specified in the
Third Schedule to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939. The test was
conducted on a (here enter description of vehicle)
on date
Signature of Testing Authority.
Duplicate signature or thumb impression
of applicant.]
1[FORM AA
(See section 8A.)
Form of application for the addition of a new class of vehicle to
a driving licence.
2 [I, Shri/Shrimati/Kumari.............................. hereby]
apply for the addition of the following class/classes of motor vehicle
to the attached licence:
(a) motor cycles,
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1 Ins. by Act 100 of 1956, s.98 (w.e.f.16-2-1957).
2 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s.77 for " I hereby" (w.e.f 2-3-
1970).
3 Omitted by Act 27 of 1977, S. 11 (w.e.f. ...........)
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142.
(b) invalid carriages,
(c)light motor vehicles,
4["(d) medium goods vehicles,
(e) medium passenger motor vehicles,
(ei) heavy goods vehicles,
(eii) heavy passenger motor vehicles,"]
(f) road rollers,
(g)a vehicle of a special type. (description, attached)
constructed or adapted to be driven by me.
*I enclose,
(a) a medical certificate,
5* * *
*Required only where the applicant is not entitled to drive
as a paid employee or to drive a transport vehicle and now
wishes to do so. Strike out if not applicable.
Dated........................ 19.
Signature or thumb impression of applicant.
NOTE.-No fee other than a fee for a test of competence to drive
is chargeable for the addition of a new class of vehicle to a driving
licence.
Certificate of test of ability to drive
The applicant has passed/failed in the test specified in the
Third Schedule to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939. The test was
conducted on a (here enter description of vehicle)
on date
Signature of Testing Authority.
Duplicate signature or thumb impression of applicant.]
1[FORM B
[See section 11(2).]
Form of application for the renewal of driving licence
3[I, Shri/Shrimati/Kumari......................... hereby apply]
for the renewal of my driving licence which is attached, and
particulars of which are as follows--
(a) Number.
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1 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98, for the original Form (w.e.f.
16-2-1957).
2 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
3 Sub. by s. 77 ibid. for I hereby apply (w.e.f. 2.3.1970).
4 Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, S. 39 (w.e.f. 16.1.1979).
5 Omitted by Act 47 of 1982, S. 27 (w.e.f. 1.10.1982).
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143.
Date of issue.
(e) Licencing Authority by which licence was issued.
My present address is
If this address is not entered on the licence I do not wish that
it should be so entered.
If the licence is not attached, reasons why it is not available.
If the licence was not renewed within 30 days of the date of
expiry full reasons for the delay.
The renewal of the licence, has not been refused by any licensing
authority.
1[III
Declaration as to physical fitness of the applicant
(The applicant is required to answer "yes" or "no" in the space
provided opposite each question.)
2["(a) Do you suffer FROM attacks of loss of consciousness from
any cause?"]
(b) Are you able to, distinguish with-each eye (or if you
have held a licence to drive a motor vehicle for a period of
not less than five years and if you have lost sight of one
eye after the said period of five years and if the
application is for driving a light motor vehicle, other than
a transport vehicle, fitted with an outside mirror on the
steering wheel side, with one eye), at a distance of 25. metres in good day light (with glasses, if worn), a motor car
number plate containing seven letters and figures ?
(c) Have you lost either hand or foot. or are you suffering
FROM any defect in movement, control or muscular power of
either arm or leg ?
(d)Can you readily distinguish pigmentary colours red and
green?
(e) Do you suffer FROM night blindness ?
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1 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s, 77, for certain words (w.e.f. 2-3-
1970).
2 Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, S. 39 (w.e.f. 16.1.1979).
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144.
(f)Are you so deaf as to be unable to hear (and if you are an
applicant for the renewal of a. driving licence in respect of
light motor vehicle with or without hearing-aid) the ordinary
sound signals ?
(g) Do you suffer FROM any other disease or disability
likely to cause your driving of a motor vehicle to be a
source of danger to the public ?
I declare that to, the best of my knowledge and belief, the par-
ticulars given in Section I and the declaration made in Section II
hereof are true.
NOTE 1.-An applicant who answers "yes" to any of the questions
(a), (c), (e), (f)"and (g) or "no" to either of the questions (b) and
(d) should amplify his answer with full particulars and may be
required to give further information relating thereto.
NOTE 2.-An applicant who answers "yes" to questions (b), (c) and
(d) in the declaration and "no" to the other. questions may claim to
be subjected to a test as to his competency to drive vehicles of a
specified class or classes.
NOTE 3.-An application for renewal of a driving licence to drive
as a paid employee or to drive a transport vehicle or where in any
other case the original licence was issued on production of a medical
certificate, shall be accompanied by a medical certificate in Form C.]
Dated........................ 19.
Signature or thumb impression of applicant.
Address
NOTE.-The fee for the renewal of a licence is fixed Jay section
11 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939, reproduced on the reverse.
(Reverse)
11. Renewal of driving licences.
11. Renewal of driving licences. (1) Any licensing authority may,
on an application made to it, renew a driving licence issued under the
provisions of this Act with effect FROM the date of its expiry:
Provided that in any case where the application for the renewal
of a driving licence is made more than thirty days after the date of
its expiry, the driving licence shall be renewed with effect FROM the
date of its renewal:
1[Provided further that where the application is for the renewal
of a licence to drive as a paid employee or to drive a transport
vehicle or where in any other case the original licence was issued on
production of a medical certificate, the same shall be accompanied by
a fresh medical certificate in Form C as set forth in the First
Schedule, signed by a registered medical practitioner, and the
provisions of sub-section (5) of section 7 shall apply to every such
case.]
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1 Ins. by Act 27 of 1977, S. 11 (w.e.f. .............).
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145.
(2)An application for the renewal of a driving licence shall be
made in Form B as set forth in the First Schedule and shall contain
the declaration required by that form: provided that where the
applicant does not or is unable to subscribe to the said, declaration,
the provisions of subsection (5) of section 7 shall apply.
(3)Where an application for the renewal of a driving licence is
made previous to, or not more than thirty days after, the date of its
expiry, the fee payable for such renewal shall be ["the amount
specified in the rules made by the Central Government in this behalf"]
(3A) Where an application for the renewal of a driving licence is made
more than thirty days after the date of its expiry, the fee payable
for such renewal shall be ["the amount specified in the rules made by
the central Government in this behalf"]
Provided that the fee referred to in sub-section (3) may be
accepted by the licensing authority, if it is satisfied that the
holder of the driving licence was prevented by good cause from
applying within the time specified in that sub-section:
Provided further that if the application is made more than five
years after the licence has ceased to be effective, the licensing
authority may refuse to renew the driving licence, unless the
applicant undergoes and passes to its satisfaction the test of
competence to drive specified in the Third Schedule.
1["(3B) When the authority to whom an application for the renewal
of a licence to drive as a paid employee or to drive a transport
vehicle is made, is not the authority which issued the licence sought
to be renewed, it may, for the purpose of deciding whether the
application for such renewal may be granted, verify the antecedents of
the applicant in such manner as may be prescribed and pending the
verification, such authority may grant a provisional licence for such
period or periods not exceeding six months in the aggregate, subject
to the condition that every such provisional licence shall cease to be
effective immediately on the renewal of the licence sought to be
renewed, or, as the case may be, on the refusal to renew the licence,
and
(i) Where the application for renewal has been rejected, the
fee paid shall be refunded to such extent and in such manner
as may be prescribed;
(ii) where the application for renewal has not been rejected
within the said period, the licence shall be renewed."]
(4)When the authority renewing the driving licence is not the
authority which issued the driving licence, it shall intimate the fact
of renewal to the authority which issued the driving licence.]
FORM C
[See section 7(3) and section 12.]
Form of medical certificate in respect of an applicant for a
licence to drive any transport vehicle or to drive any vehicle as a
paid employee.
(To be filled up by a registered medical practitioner.)
1. What is the applicants apparent age ?
2. Is the applicant, to the best of your judgment, subject
to epilepsy, vertigo or any mental ailment likely to affect
his efficiency ?
3.Does the applicant suffer FROM any heart or lung disorder
which might interfere with the performance of his duties as a
driver?
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1 Subs. & ins. by Act 27 of 1977, S. 11 (w.e.f...........).
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146.
4. (a) Is there any defect of vision ? If so, has it been
corrected by suitable spectacles ?
1[(b) Can the applicant readily distinguish the pigmentary
colours red and green ?
(c) Does the applicant suffer FROM night blindness ?]
2[(d)] Does the applicant suffer FROM a degree of deafness
which would prevent his hearing (and in the case of an
applicant for a licence to drive a light motor vehicle, with
or without hearing-aid)] the ordinary sound signals ?
5.Has the applicant any deformity or loss of members which
would interfere with the efficient performances of his duties
as a driver ?
6.Does he SHOW any evidence of being addicted to the
excessive use of alcohol,, tobacco or drugs ?
7. Is he, in your opinion, generally fit as regards (a)
bodily health, and (b) eyesight?
8. Marks of identification.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief the
applicant is the person hereinabove described and that the attached
photograph is a reasonably correct likeness.
(Signature)
[Space for photograph.]
Name
Designation
NOTE.-Special attention should be directed to distant vision and
to the condition of the arms and hands and the joints of both
extremities.
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1 Subs. by Act 40 of 1939, s. 4, for the original question (b).
2 Re-lettered by s. 4, ibid.
3 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
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147.
FORM D
[See section 8(1).]
Driving Licence.
19...............
No.................
(Name)
1[wife/son/daughter of]
of (permanent address)
of(temporary address)
7[Photograph]
Signature or thumb impression
is licensed to drive, throughout 2[India], vehicles of the following
description*
(a) motor cycle,
3 [(b) invalid, carriages,
(c) light motor vehicles,
6["(d) medium goods vehicles,
(e) medium passenger motor vehicles,
(ei) heavy goods vehicles,
(eii) heavy passenger motor vehicles,"]
(f) road rollers,
(g) a motor vehicle hereunder described:--]
4 [He/She is] also authorised to drive as a paid employee* 5[a
transport vehicle].
This licence is valid FROM to
*[To be struck out if inapplicable.]
Dated................ 19.
Signature and designation of Licensing
Authority.
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1 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77, for certain words..(we.f. 2-3-
1970)..
2 Subs. by Act 3 of 1951, s. 3 and Sch., for "the States".
3 Subs by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98, for items (b) to (k) (w.e.f.
16-2-1957)
4 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77, for "He is" (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
5 Ins.by Act 100 of 1956, S. 98 (w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
6 Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, S. 39 (w.e.f. 16.1.1979).
7 Subs. by Act 47 of 1982, S. 27 (w.e.f. 1.10.1982).
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148.
1[Authorisation to drive a transport vehicle.]
2[So long as this licence is valid and is renewed FROM time to
time the holder is authorised to drive a transport vehicle.
Date 19 Signature and designation of
prescribed authority.]
This licence is hereby renewed up to Signature of Licensing
Authority.
the.. day of 19.
the.. day of 19.
the.. day of 19.
the day of 19.
the.. day of 19.
ENDORSEMENTS.
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Date. Section and Rule. Fine or other Signature of Endorsing
punishment. Authority.
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1 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98, for the heading "Authorisation
to drive a public service vehicle" (w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
2 Subs. by Act 58 of 1960, s. 3 and Sch. II, for certain words
and figures.
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149.
FORM E
[See section 24(1).]
Form of Application for the Registration of a Motor Vehicle.
A [1. Full name, name of father 1[and husband (in the case of a
married woman)], and 5*** of person to be registered as registered
owner.............(5 * * *
1A. Age of the person to be registered as registered owner
5["1AB. Permanent address of the person to be registered as
registered owner............
1AC. Temporary address of the person to be registered as
registered owner.................."]
1B. Name and address of the person FROM whom the vehicle
was purchased
2. Class of vehicle
5 ["2A. The motor vehicle is--
(a) a new vehicle;
(b) a rebuilt vehicle; "]
3. Type of body
4. Makers name
5. Year of manufacture ..
6. Number of cylinders
7. Horse power
3[7A. Cubic capacity...........]
8. Makers classification or, if not known, wheel-base
9. Chassis number
10. Engine number
3 [10A. Fuel used in the engine.. . ]
11. Seating capacity (including driver)
12.Unladen weight
13. Particulars of previous registration and registered number
(if any)..............
Additional particulars to be completed only in the case of
transport vehicles other than motor cabs-
4[13A. I hereby declare that this vehicle .has not been
register in any State in India.
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1 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98, for entry I (w.e.f. 16-2-
1957).
2 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77, for "or husband" (w.e.f. 2-3-
1070).
3 Ins. by s. 77, ibid, (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
4 Ins. by Act 100 of 1956, S. 98 (w.e.f. 16.2.1957).
5 Omitted & ins. by Act 47 of 1978, S. 39 (w.e.f.
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Additional particular to be, completed only in the case of
transport vehicles other than motor cars.
13B. Colour or colours of body, wings and front end
14. Number, description and size of tyres-
(a)front axe
(b) rear axle
(c) any other axle
1[15. Maximum laden weight(a) as certified by the
manufacturer kgms.
(b) to be registered kgms.]
16. Maximum axle weight 2[(to be furnished in the case of
["heavy goods vehicles or heavy or heavy passenger motor vehicles"
]only)]-
(a) front axle3[kgms.]
(b) rear axle3[kgms.]
(c) any other axle 13[kgms.]
The above particulars are to be filled in for a rigid frame motor
vehicle of 2[two or more axles for an articulated vehicle of three or
more] axles, or, to the extent applicable, for a trailer (other than
the trailer to be registered as part of an articulated vehicle) as the
case may be. Where a second trailer or additional trailers are to be
registered with an articulated motor vehicle, the following par-
ticulars are to be furnished for each such trailer:-
17. Type of body
18. Unladen weight
19.
20. Maximum axle weight 2[in respect of each axle furnished in
the case of, 8[ heavy goods vehicles or heavy passenger motor vehicles
only)]......
Date 19 Signature of Applicant.
6* * * * *
7 [NOTE.-The motor vehicle above described is--
(i) subject to a hire-purchase agreement with
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1 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77, for item 15 (w.e.f. 2-3-
1970).
2 Ins. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98.
3 Subs. by Act 51 of 1960, s. 5 for "lbs." (w.e.f. 1-1-1961).
4 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98, for "two or three
axles, for an articulated vehicle of three" (w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
5 Subs. by s. 98, ibid., for "the" (w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
6 Explanation omitted by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
7 Subs, by s. 77, ibid., for Not, (w.e.f, 2-3-1970).
8 Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, S. 39 (w.e.f. 16.1.1979).
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(ii) subject to a hypothecation in favour of
(ii) not held under hire-purchase agreement or subject to any
mortgage.
signature of owner.
1[Signature of Hire Purchase Company.
Mortgagee.]
(Strike out whatever is not applicable and, if the motor vehi-
is subject to hire-purchase agreement or hypothecation, obtain the
signature of the hire-purchase company or the mortgagee, as the case
may be.)]
4[FORM F
[See section 24 (5) and (6)
Form of Application for renewal of certificate of registration
of a motion vehicle, other than a transport vehicle
I, Shri/Shrimati/Kumari.............hereby apply for the
renewal of the certificate of registration, which is attached, and
particulars of which are as follows:-
(a) Registered-number..........
(b) Date of issue
(c) Registering authority by which the certificate was
issued/last renewed.
My present address is................................
If this address is not entered on the licence, I do/do not wish
that it should be so entered.
The renewal of the certificate has not been refused by any registering
authority.
1. Class of vehicle
2. The motor vehicle is--
(a) a new vehicle;
(b) a re-built vehicle;
3. Type of body
4. Makers name
5. Year of manufacture
6. Number of cylinders
7. Cubic capacity
8. Makers classification
9. Chassis number
10. Engine number
11. Seating capacity (including driver)
12. Unladen weight
Dated: Signature of Applicant.
NOTE.-The motor vehicle above described is-
(i) subject to a hire-purchase agreement with.............
(ii) subject to hypothecation in favour of ................
(iii) not held under hire-purchase agreement or subject to
any mortgage.
(Strike out whatever is not applicable and, if the motor vehicle
is subject to hire-purchase agreement or hypothecation, obtain the signature
of the hire-purchase company or the mortgagee, as the case may be.)
Signature of owner
Signature of Hire-purchase Company/Mortgagee.
FORM G
[See section 24 (2).]
Form of Certificate of Registration.
Registered number.......................
Brief description of vehicle,
(e.g., Ford touring car, Chevrolet 22 seater bus, Albion lorry,
trailer, etc.).
Name, name of father, 1[and husband (in the case of a married
woman) 4[and permanent and temporary addresses] of Registered Owner
Signature of registering authority.
Transferred to
Signature of registering authority.
Transferred to Signature of registering authority.
Detailed descripjion.
1. Class of vehicle...........
4[1A. The motor vehicle is--
(a) a new vehicle;
(b) a rebuilt vehicle;]
2 Makers name....................
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1 Sub,. by At 56 f 1969, s. 77, for "Signature of Hire Purchase
company, (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
2 Form F omitted by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98 (w.e.f. 15-1-1959).
3 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77 for "or husband" (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
4 Ins. & Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, s. 39 (w.e.f. 16-1-1979).
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3. Type of body ...........................
4. Year of manufacture............................
5. Number of cylinders............................
6. Chassis number............................
7. Engine number.............................
1[7A. Fuel used in the engine...........................]
8. Horse power............................
1[8A Cubic capacity............................]
9. Makers classification or, if not known, wheel-base.....
10. Seating capacity (including driver)...................
11. Unladen weight......................
Additional particulars in the case of all transport vehicles
other than motor cabs-
2[Additional particulars in the case of all transport vehicles
other than motor cars.
11A. Colour or colours of body, wings and front end..........]
3[12. Maximum laden weight-
(a) as certified by the manufacturer......kgms.
(b) as registered......kgms.]
13. Number, description and size of tyres-
(a) front axle...................
(b) rear axle....................
(c) any other axle..............
14. Registered axle weight 1[(in the case of 5[heavy goods vehicles or
heavy passenger motor vehicles] only]--
(a) front axle........................ 4[kgms.]
(b) rear axle.......................... 4[kgms.]
(e) any other axle..................... 4[kgms.]
Additional particulars of alternative or additional trailer or
trailers registered withIan articulated vehicle-
15. Type of body..................................
16. Unladen weight................................ 4[kgms.]
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1 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
2 Ins. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98 (w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
3 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969. s. 77, for item 12 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
3 Subs. by Act 56 of 190, s. 77, for item 12 (w.e.f. 2-3-
1970).
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17. Number, description and size of tyres on 1[each] axle
18. Registered axle weight 2[in respect of each axle (in the
case of 6[ heavy goods vehicles or heavy passenger motor vehicles]
only)]................... 3[kgms.]...............
6[This certificate is valid from..................................to
Date..........19 Signature of registering authority.
[This certificate is hereby renewed up to Signature of registering
authority.
the .............day of...........19...............
the .............day of...........19...............
the .............day of...........19...............
the .............day of...........19..............]
4[Note--The motor vehicle above described is--
(i) subject to a hire-purchase agreement with.........;
(ii) subject to a hypothecation in favour of..........;]
Date ..............19 Signature of registering authority
FORM H
[See (section 38].]
Certificate of fitness (applicable in the case of transport
vehicles only.)
Vehicle No........is certified as complying with the provisions of
Chapter V of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1939, and the rules made
thereunder. This certificate will expire on
Date.......19 Signature and designation of
Inspecting authority.
The certificate of fitness is hereby renewed-
up to...............19.
up to...............19.
up to...............19.
Signature of Inspecting Authority.
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[See section 7(5).]
THE SECOND SCHEDULE
[See section 7(5).]
I. DISEASES AND DISABILITIES ABSOLUTELY DISQUALIFYING A PERSON
FOR OBTAINING A LICENCE TO DRIVE A MOTOR VEHICLE
1 7[Attaches of loss of consciousness FROM any cause]
2. Lunacy.
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1 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98, for "the" (w.e.f. 16-2-
1957).
2 Added by s. 98, ibid. , (w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
3 Subs. by Act 51 of 1960, s. 5, per "lbs." (w.e.f. 1-1-1961).
4 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 77, for Note (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
5 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 98, for "sections 38 and 39(2)"
(w.e.f. 16-2-1957).
6 Subs. and Ins. by Act 47 of 1978, s. 39 (w.e.f. 16-1-1979).
7 Subs. by s. 40, ibid. (w.e.f. 16-1-1979).
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3....Heart disease likely to produce sudden attacks of giddiness
or fainting.
4....Inability to distinguish with each eye 1[(or in the case of
a person who has held a licence to drive a motor vehicle for a period
of not less than five years and lost sight of one eye after the said
period of five years and has applied for a licence to drive a light
motor vehicle, other than a transport vehicle, with one eye)] at a
distance of 2 [twenty-five metres] in good day light (with the aid of
glasses, if worn) a series of seven letters and figures in white on a
black ground of the same size and arrangement as those of the
registration mark of a motor car.
5.A degree of deafness which prevents the applicant FROM hearing
3[or in the case of a person who has applied for a licence to drive a
light motor vehicle, with or without hearing-aid] the ordinary sound
signals.
3[6. Inability readily to distinguish the pigmentary colours red
and green.]
7. Night-blindness.
II. DISEASES AND DISABILITIES ABSOLUTELY DISQUALIFYING A PERSON FOR
OBTAINING A LICENCE TO DRIVE A PUBLIC SERVICE VEHICLE.
1. Leprosy.
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TEST OF COMPETENCE TO DRIVE
4[THE THIRD SCHEDULE
[See sections 7(6) and 17(6)]
TEST OF COMPETENCE TO DRIVE
PART I
The candidate shall satisfy the person conducting the test that
he is able to-
(1) start the engine of the vehicle;
(2) move away straight ahead and at an angle, while at the
same time engaging the first and intermediate gears until the
top gear is reached ;
(3) change down to the lower gear quickly FROM the top gear
when the traffic conditions warrant such change
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1 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 78 (w.e.f. 2-3-1970).
2 Subs. by Act 51 of 1960, s. 6, for "twenty-five yards" (w.e.f.
1-1-1961).
3 Subs. by Act 40 of 1939, s. 5, for the original item.
4 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 79, for the Third Schedule (w.e.f.
2-3-1970).
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(4) overtake, allow to be overtaken, meet or cover the path
of other vehicles and take an appropriate course with proper
caution giving appropriate signals;
(5) turn right and left comers correctly;
(6) stop the vehicle in an emergency and normally and in
the latter case bring it to rest at an appropriate course of
the road ;
(7) drive the vehicle backwards and whilst so doing enter a
limited opening to the right and left;
(8) cause the vehicle to face in the opposite direction by
means of forward and reverse gears;
(9) give by hand and by mechanical means (if fitted to the
vehicle), or, in the case of a disabled driver for whom it is
impracticable or undesirable to give signals by hand, by
mechanical means in a clear and unmistakable manner,
appropriate signals at appropriate times to indicate his
intended actions ;
(10) act correctly and promptly on all signals given by
traffic signs, automatic traffic lights, traffic police or
other authorised persons and take appropriate notice of signs
given by other road users;
(11) demonstrate general control of the vehicle by confident
steering and smooth gear changing and braking as and when
necessary;
(12) to change quickly to lower gear while driving down-
hill;
(13) to stop and re-start the vehicle on a steep upward
incline making proper use of the handbrake or of the throttle
and the footbrake without any rolling back.
NOTE.-(i) Requirements (7) and (8) are not applicable in the
case of a motor cycle or a tricycle not equipped with means
for reversing;
(ii)..Requirements (7), (8) and (9) are not applicable in the
case of invalid carriage.
PART II
The candidate shall satisfy the person conducting the test that
he is-
(1) cognizant of the provisions of sections 81, 82, 83, 84. and 85 and of the Tenth Schedule;
15OF
[
(2) conversant with the general traffic rules and
regulations relating to the use of lights, speeding, parking,
stopping the vehicle in an emergency, accidents, production
of documents, right of way, controlled and uncontrolled
pedestrian crossings, meaning of light signals (amber, red
and green), overtaking, taking a "U" turn, silence zones,
one-way traffic, driving on channelised roads and other
relevant matters ;
(3) aware of the meaning of the traffic signs specified in
the Ninth Schedule ;
(4) not so deaf as to be unable to hear (or in the case of
a person who has applied for a licence to drive a light motor
vehicle with or without hearing-aid), the ordinary sound
signals. (This shall not apply to a person who has produced a
medical certificate in Form C.)
(5) able to distinguish with each eye (or in the case of a
person who has held a licence to drive a motor vehicle for a
period of not less than five years and lost sight of one eye
after the said period of five years and has applied for a
licence to drive a light motor vehicle, other than a
transport vehicle, fitted with an outside mirror on the
steering wheel side, with one eye) at a distance of 25 metres
in good day light (with glasses if worn) a motor car number
plate containing seven letters and figures. (This shall not
apply to a person who has produced a medical certificate in
Form C.)]
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[See sections 14(1) and 39(1) and (3).]
THE FOURTH SCHEDULE
[See sections 14(1) and 39(1) and (3).]
AUTHORITIES ENTITLED TO GRANT LICENCES To DRIVE, AND To REGISTER
MOTOR VEHICLES, THE PROPERTY 1[OR FOR THE TIME BEING UNDER THE
EXCLUSIVE CONTROL] OF THE CENTRAL GOVERNMENT, AND REGISTRATION MARKS
FOR SUCH VEHICLES.
PART A
The authorities specified in the second column may grant licences
in respect of vehicles, the property 1[or for the time being under the
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1 Ins. by Act 20 of 1942, s, 23.
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exclusive control] of the Department of the Central Government
specified in the first column,
Defence Department. of the Cen- 1. District Commanders.
tral Government, 2. Commanders of independent
brigades.
3. Officers commanding units
HAVING mechanically pro-
pelled vehicles in their
charge,
4. Commanders, Royal Engi-
neers.
PART B
The authorities specified in the second column may register motor
vehicles, the property 1[or for the time being under the exclusive
control] of the Department of the Central Government specified in the
first column,, and may grant certificates of fitness in respect of
such vehicles.
Defence Department of the Cen- The Master General of
tral Government. the Ordnance in India
1[or any person authorised by
him in this behalf].
PART C
Registration marks for vehicles registered under section 39.
2[A broad arrow followed by not more than six figures, or a
abroad arrow followed by a single letter and not more than 3[six
figures, or a broad arrow followed by two letters and not more than
five figures].]
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THE FIFTH SCHEDULE
[See sections 19 (2) and (3) and 130.]
OFFENCES ON CONVICTION OF WHICH AN ENDORSEMENT SHALL, BE MADE ON
THE LICENCE OF THE PERSON AFFECTED.
PART A
1. Driving recklessly or dangerously (section 116).
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1 Ins. by Act 20 of 1942, s. 23.
2 Subs. by s., 23, ibid., for certain original words.
3 Subs. by Act 100 of 1956, s. 99, for "five figures" (w.e.f. 16-
2-1957).
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152.
2 Driving while under the influence of drink or drugs (section
117).
3. Abetment of an offence under section 116 or 117 (section
119).
4. Taking part in unauthorised race or trial of speed (section
120).
5. Driving when disqualified (section 18).
6. Obtaining or applying for a licence without giving parti-
culars of endorsement (section 114).
7. Failing to stop on the occurrence of an accident (section
87).
8. Altering a licence or using an altered licence.
9. Any offence punishable with imprisonment in the commission
of which a motor vehicle was used.
PART B
1. Driving without a licence, or without a licence which is
effective, or without a licence applicable to the vehicle driven
(section 3).
2. Allowing a licence to be used by another person [section 6 (2)].
3. Driving at excessive speed (sect,-on 115).
4. Driving when mentally or physically unfit to drive (section
118).
5. Abetment of an offence punishable under section 115 or 118.
6. Refusing or failing within specified time to produce licence
(section 86).
7. Failing to stop when required (section 87).
8. Driving an unregistered vehicle (section 22).
9. Driving a transport vehicle not covered by a certificate of
fitness (section 38).
10. Driving in contravention of any rule made under section 70
(2) (g) relating to speed governors.
11. Driving a vehicle exceeding the permissible LIMIT of weight
(section 124).
12. Failure to comply with a requisition made under section 73.
13. Using a vehicle in unsafe condition (section 121).
14. Driving a transport vehicle in contravention of section
42.
153.
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1 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 80, for the Sixth Schedule (w.e.f.
2-3-1970).
2 Subs. by the Laccadive, Minicoy and Amindivi Islands
(Alteration of Name) Adaptation of Laws Order, 1974 (w.e.f. 1-11-
1973).
3 Subs. by Act 27 of 1977, s. 12 (w.e.f. 1-9-1977).
4 Ins. by S. 12, ibid. (w.e.f. -------------)
5 Omitted by Act 47 of 1978, s. 41 (w.e.f. 22-9-1979).
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Maximum Axle Weight Permissible for Transport Vehicles.
THE SEVENTH SCHEDULE.--[Maximum Axle Weight Permissible for Transport
Vehicles.] Rep. by the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 1956 (100 of
1956, s. 101 (w.e.f. 15-1-1959).
157.
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DRIVING REGULATIONS
1[THE EIGHTH SCHEDULE
(See section 71)
LIMITS OF SPEED FOR MOTOR VEHICLES
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Maximum speed
Class of vehicle per hour in
Kilometres
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(1) If all the wheels of the vehicle
are fitted with pneumatic tyres
and the vehicle is not drawing a
trailer:-
(a) if the vehicle is a light
motor vehicle 2***.................. No limit.
2[(aa) if the vehicle is a motor cycle.... 50.
NOTE-- Endeavour shall be made to enforce the speed limit
specified In this sub-item by inserting in the motor cycle
such device, like a governor or the like, which would ensure
that the motor cycle cannot be ridden at a speed faster than
the speed specified in this sub-item.]
(b) if the vehicle is a medium or heavy
passenger motor vehicle............... 60
(c) if the vehicle is a medium or heavy
goods motor vehicle.................... 60
(2) If the vehicle is an articulated vehicle
(all the wheels of which are fitted with
pneumatic tyres) which is a 3[heavy goods
vehicle or passenger motor vehicle]........ 50
(3) If the vehicle is drawing not more than
one trailer (or in the case of artillery
equipment, not more than two trailers)
and all the wheels of that vehicle and
the trailer are fitted with pneumatic tyres:-
(a) if the vehicle is a light motor
vehicle and the trailer being two-
wheeled has a laden weight not
exceeding 800 Kgms. 60
(b) if the vehicle is a light motor
vehicle and the trailer has more
than two wheels or a laden weight
exceeding 800 Kgms.
(c) if the vehicle is a 3[medium goods
vehicle or medium passenger motor
vehicle] 50
(d) if the vehicle is a 3[heavy goods
vehicle or heavy passenger motor
vehicle 40
(e) if the vehicle is a 3[heavy goods
vehicle or heavy passenger motor
vehicle] used by the fire brigade 50
(4) Any case not covered by entry (1), (2)
or (3) 30]
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1 Subs. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 81, for the Eighth Schedule
(w.e.f 2-3-1970).
2 Omitted & Ins. by Act 27 of 1977, s. 13 (w.e.f. 1-9-1979).
3 Subs. by Act 47 of 1978, s. 42 (w.e.f. 16-1-1979).
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168.
THE TENTH SCHEDULE
(See sections 77 and 78.)
DRIVING REGULATIONS
1. The driver of a motor vehicle shall drive the vehicle as
close to the left hand side of the road as may be expedient, and shall
allow all traffic which is proceeding in the opposite direction to
pass him on his right hand side.
2. Except as provided in regulation 3, the driver of a motor
vehicle shall pass to the right of all traffic proceeding in the same
direction as himself.
3. The driver of a motor vehicle may pass to the left of a
vehicle the driver of which HAVING indicated an intention to turn to
the right has drawn to the centre of the road and may pass a tram-car
or other vehicle running on fixed rails, whether travelling in the
same direction as himself or otherwise, on either side:
Provided that in no case shall he pass a tram-car at a time or in
a manner likely to cause danger or inconvenience to other users of the
road or pass on the left hand side a tram-car, which, when in motion
would be travelling in the same direction as himself, while the tram-
car is at rest for the purpose of setting down or taking up
passengers.
4. The driver of a motor vehicle shall not pass a vehicle
travelling in the same direction as himself-
(a) if his passing is likely to cause inconvenience or
danger to other traffic proceeding in any direction, or
(b) where a point or comer or a hill or an obstruction of
any kind renders the road ahead not clearly visible.
5. The driver of a motor vehicle shall not, when being
overtaken or being passed by another vehicle, increase speed or do
anything in any way to prevent the other vehicle FROM passing him.
6. The driver of a motor vehicle shall. slow down when
approaching a road intersection, a road junction or a road comer, and
shall not enter any such intersection or junction until he has become
aware that he may do so without endangering the safety of persons
thereon.
169.
7. The driver of a motor vehicle shall, on entering a road
intersection, if the road entered is a main road designated as such,
give way to the vehicles proceeding along that road, and in any other
case give way to all traffic approaching the intersection on his right
hand.
8. The driver of a motor vehicle shall, when passing or meeting
a procession or a body of troops or police on the march or when
passing workmen engaged on road repair, drive at a speed not greater
than 1[25 Km.] an hour.
9. The driver of a motor vehicle shall-
(a) when turning to the left, drive as close as may be to
the left hand side of the road FROM which he is making the
turn and of the road which he is entering ;
(b) when turning to the right, draw as near as may be to
the centre of the road along which he is travelling and cause
the vehicle to move in such a manner that--
(i) as far as may be practicable it passes beyond, and
so as to leave on the drivers right hand, a point
formed by the intersection of the centre lines of the
intersecting roads ; and
(ii) it arrives as near as may be at the left hand side
of the road which the driver is entering.
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SIGNALS
THE ELEVENTH SCHEDULE
(See section 79.)
SIGNALS
1. When about to turn to the right or to drive to the right
hand side of the road in ORDER to pass another vehicle or for any
other purpose, a driver shall extend his right arm in a horizontal
position outside of and to the right of his vehicle with the palm of
the hand turned to the front.
2. When about to turn to the left or to drive to the left hand
side of the road, a driver shall extend his right arm and rotate it in
an anticlockwise direction.
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1 Subs. by Act 51 of 1960, s. 10, for "fifteen miles" (w.e.f.
1-1-1961).
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3. When about to slow down, a driver shall extend his right arm
with the palm downward and to the right of the vehicle and shall move
the arm so extended up and down several times in such a manner that
the signal can be seen by the driver of any vehicle which may be
behind him.
4. When about to stop, a driver shall raise his right forearm
vertically outside of and to the right of the vehicle, palm to the
front.
5. When a driver wishes to indicate to the driver of a vehicle
behind him that he desires that driver to overtake him, he shall
extend his right arm and hand horizontally outside of and to the right
of the vehicle-and shall swing the arm backwards and forwards in a
semicircular motion.
170 A
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REPEAL OF CERTAIN ENACTMENTS
1[THE TWELFTH SCHEDULE
(See section 135)
REPEAL OF CERTAIN ENACTMENTS
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Serial Short title Extent of repeal
No.
1 2 3.
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1. Motor Vehicles (Andhra Pradesh)
(Andhra Area) Amendment Act, 1948. (20 of 1948) . . . . . . . . . . . The whole except
sections 1 and 12.
2. Motor Vehicles (Andhra Pradesh)
(Telangana Area) Amendment Act,
1956 (45 of 1956) . . . . . . The whole.
3. Assam State Road Transport Act, 1954. (30 of 1954) . . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
4. Assam State Road Transport (Amend-
ment Act, 1955) (18 of 1955). . . . . . The whole.
5. Motor Vehicles (Bihar Amendment) Act,
1949 (27 of 1950) . . . . . . . . . The whole except
sections 1 and 3.
6. Motor Vehicles (Bihar Amendment) Act,
1953 (1 of 1954) . . . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
7. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1948 as applicable to Kerala
(20 of 1948) . . . . . .. . . . . . .. The whole except
sections 1 and 3.
8. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1949 as applicable to Kerala
(44 of 1949) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
9. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1954 as applicable to Kerala
(39 of 1954) . . . . . . . . . . . . . The whole
10. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1948 (20 of 1948) . . . . . . . The whole except
sections 1, 3 and 5.
11. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1949 (44 of 1949) . . . . . . . The whole.
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1 Ins. by Act 56 of 1969, s. 82 (w.e.f. 1.4.1971)
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Serial Short title Extent of repeal
No.
1 2 3. -------------------------------------------------------------------------
12. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1954 (39 of 1954) . . . . . . . . The whole except
sections 1 and 2.
13. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1957 (19 of 1957) . . . . . . . . The whole.
14. Central Provinces and Berar Motor
Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 1947 as
applicable to Madhya Pradesh (3 of
1948) . . . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
15. Motor Vehicles (Bombay Amendment)
Act, 1947 (7 of 1947) . . . . . . . . . The whole.
16. Central Provinces and Berar Motor
Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 1947 as
applicable to Maharashtra (3 of 1947) . . The whole.
17. Motor Vehicles (Bombay Amendment)
Act, 1954 (31 of 1954) . . . . . . . The whole.
18. Motor Vehicles (Hyderabad Amend-
ment) Act, 1956 as applicable to
Maharashtra (55 of 1956) . . . . . . . The whole.
19. Motor Vehicles (Mysore Amendment)
Act, 1953 (14 of 1953) . . . . . . . The whole.
20. Motor Vehicles (Mysore Amendment)
Act, 1955 (16 of 1955) . . . . . . The whole.
21, Motor Vehicles (Bombay Amendment)
Act, 1947 as applicable to Mysore
(7 of 1947) . . . . . . . . . The whole.
22. Motor Vehicles (Bombay Amendment)
Act, 1954 as applicable to Mysore
(31 of 1954) . . . . . . . . . The whole.
23. Motor Vehicles (Hyderabad Amendment)
Act, 1956 as applicable to Mysore
(45 of 1956) . . . . . . . . .. The whole.
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No.
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24. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1948 as applicable to Mysore
(20 of 1948) . . . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
25. Motor Vehicles (Madras Amendment)
Act, 1949 as applicable to Mysore
(45 of 1949) . . . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
26. Orissa Motor Vehicles (Amendment)
Act, 1948 (1 of 1949) . . . . . . . . The whole.
27. Orissa Motor Vehicles (Regulation of
State Carriage and Public Carriers
Services) Act, 1947 (36 of 1947) . . . The whole.
28. Orissa Motor Vehicles (Regulation of
State Carriage and Public carriers
Services) Amendment. Act, 1951. (41 of 1951) . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
29. Motor Vehicles (East Punjab Amend-
ment) Act, 1948 (28 of 1948) . . . . The whole except
sections 1, 3 and 4.
30. Motor Vehicles (United Provinces
Amendment) Act, 1948 (11 of 1948) . . The whole.
31. Motor Vehicles (Uttar Pradesh Amend-
ment) Act., 1953 (28 of 1953) . . . The whole.
32. Uttar Pradesh Road Transport Services
(Development) Act,1955 (9 of 1955) . . .The whole except
sections 1 and 14.
33. Motor vehicles (West Bengal Amend-
ment) Act, 1951 (19 of 1951) . . . . . The whole.
34. Motor Vehicles (Delhi Amendment) Act,
1954 (5 of 1954) . . . . . . . . . . The whole.
35. Himachal Pradesh State Road Trans-
port Act, 1953 (5 of 1954) . . . . . . . The whole.]
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