Motor Vehicles Act

Why it matters

• Establishes a uniform legal code for road safety and traffic management across the country.
• Provides the regulatory basis for vehicle licensing, fitness certification, and mandatory third-party insurance to protect road users.
• Empowers the central and state governments to frame rules for evolving transport technologies and infrastructure requirements.

How it is asked

Focus on the legislative intent regarding road safety, the balance between state and central powers in transport regulation, and the integration of technology in traffic enforcement.