Motor vehicle act: The Motor Vehicles Act

The Motor Vehicles Act , 1988 is a law that regulates the licensing, registration, control and safety of motor vehicles in India. It contains provisions for various offences, penalties, fines, fees, appeals and powers of authorities related to road transport. Introduction The Motor Vehicle Act of 1988 (hereinafter referred to as the Act of 1988) regulates all the essential components of road transport vehicles . It took effect on July 1, 1989, covering various laws relating to traffic laws, vehicle insurance, motor vehicle registration, controlling permits, and penalties. For the purpose of ensuring and enhancing road safety, the Government of India, in consultation with the State Transport Ministers, came up with this Motor Vehicle (Amendment ... The Motor Vehicles Act , 1988 An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to motor vehicles . Ministry of Road Transport and Highways xxxxxxxx