Overtaking rules
Overtake only from the right, only when the road ahead is clear.Lane discipline
Stay in your lane and change lanes only after signalling.Indicators and signals
Signal your intention early and cancel the signal after the turn.Speed limits
Never exceed the speed limit shown on the road sign.Traffic lights and stop lines
Stop behind the stop line when the light is red or amber.Giving way at junctions
Give way to traffic on the main road and to vehicles already in the junction.Roundabout rules
Give way to traffic already on the roundabout.Pedestrians and zebra crossings
Stop for pedestrians on a zebra crossing and never park on it.Ambulance and emergency vehicles
Give way to ambulances, fire engines and police vehicles at once.Learner licence
You need a learner licence before you learn to drive on public roads.Driving licence and validity
A valid driving licence is compulsory to drive any motor vehicle.Documents to carry
Carry your licence, RC, insurance and pollution certificate.Driving by minors
A minor who drives makes the guardian or owner liable.Helmet for two wheeler riders
Rider and pillion must wear a BIS certified helmet with the strap fastened.Seat belt
The driver and all passengers must wear a seat belt.Children on two wheelers
A child under 4 needs a helmet and a safety harness.Drunk driving
Never drive after drinking. The legal limit is 30 mg alcohol per 100 ml blood.Using a mobile phone while driving
Do not hold or use a phone while driving.Triple riding
A two wheeler may carry only one pillion rider.Dangerous driving
Rash and dangerous driving carries fine and possible jail.Driving without a licence
Driving without a valid licence is a punishable offence.Driving without insurance
Third party insurance is compulsory for every motor vehicle.Pollution Under Control (PUC)
Vehicles must hold a valid PUC certificate.Where not to park
Do not park where you block traffic or reduce visibility.Horn and silence zones
Do not use the horn near hospitals, schools and courts.Headlights and night driving
Dip your headlights for oncoming traffic and avoid high beam in cities.No matching rules found
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Rules and fines are summarised from the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (as amended in 2019) and related rules. States may notify different amounts and updates, so confirm the latest position with your state transport department.
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