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Frequently Asked Questions On Bike Traffic Rules In India

Written by Udit Varshney
Updated On Mar 25, 20212 min read
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This article sheds light on some of the frequently asked questions on bike traffic rules in India.

The government has made it mandatory for any person who wants to get a driving licence to be well-versed with the traffic signs. All these rules are still unfamiliar to people. It is essential that all the driving individuals are aware of the general traffic rules. There are a lot of common questions about the traffic rules. Let us get to know them.

Frequently Asked Questions On Bike Traffic Rules In India

Frequently Asked Questions On Bike Traffic Rules in India

Many people have a lot of questions about the traffic rules in India. Here, we will bust a few questions and answer them for you. Have a read.

1. What Reports Should a Driver Convey When Driving?

  • Driving permit/Registration authentication 

  • Taxation Certificate 

  • Emission Test Certificate 

  • Insurance Certificate 

  • Fitness Certificate and Permit (if there should arise an occurrence of transport bikes) 

2. Who Is Approved To Gather The Traffic Fine On The Spot? 

Any traffic branch official of or more the position of Assistant Sub-Inspector of Police properly approved with a receipt book.

3. Is bike insurance a mandatory requirement in India?

Yes, all bike owners are mandatorily required to have at least a third-party bike insurance plan, the absence of which is punishable with a fine of Rs. 2,000 and/or imprisonment of up to 3 months.

4. What Is The Standard for Using a Cell phone? 

According to area 250 (A) MMVR, r/w 177 M.V. Act, it allows no driver while driving or riding an engine bike (counting bikes) can use a cell phone. 

5. What Is The Penalty for Driving Without a permit? 

Yes. You will be fined Rs.300

 6. Is wearing a helmet obligatory for Scooter and Motorcycle riders? 

Indeed. Wearing a helmet is obligatory. They will charge violators U/sec.177 of M.V. Act for which the fine is Rs.100/ - 

 7. What Is The Penalty For Driving Affected By Alcohol? 

If they find you driving affected by alcohol, they will give you a police notice for the appearance in the Court. There is no arrangement of paying the fine on the spot. You won't be permitted to drive except if you have a company who isn't under the impact of alcohol and has a legitimate driving permit. 

Police will encourage you to take a taxi to the police station under affirmation till you appear in the court and pay the fine. You’re driving permit will likewise be kept with the police till the removal of the case. 

8. When can the police confine a bike? 

Police can keep a bike in the accompanying conditions: 

  • Bike being driven by a person without legitimate driving permit 

  • Bike being driven without enlistment 

  • Transport bike being driven without Permit 

  • Bike being driven without installment of Tax

Disclaimer: This article is issued in the general public interest and meant for general information purposes only. Readers are advised not to rely on the contents of the article as conclusive in nature and should research further or consult an expert in this regard.

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Written by Udit Varshney
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 Udit has built B2C segments across various industries and has had significant contributions to the insurance sector. Udit in his last stint helped set out the last mile vertical, which soon became the go-to logistics name for daily needs, In his free time, Udit likes to write and listen to poetry.

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