Choose an answer to see straight away whether it is right, and why. Read the rule first if you need to.
You are driving abroad with an International Driving Permit. What else must you carry?
An IDP is a translation of your Indian licence and is valid only together with it. Always carry both.
Geneva Convention on Road Traffic, 1949
Answer C. An IDP is a translation of your Indian licence and is valid only together with it. Always carry both.
In a country where traffic drives on the right, which way do you go around a roundabout?
In right-hand traffic, roundabouts go anticlockwise and you give way to traffic coming from the left. Take extra care at every turn and junction.
Answer A. In right-hand traffic, roundabouts go anticlockwise and you give way to traffic coming from the left. Take extra care at every turn and junction.
How long is an International Driving Permit generally valid?
An IDP is generally valid for one year from issue.
Answer A. An IDP is generally valid for one year from issue.
Since January 2021, what is no longer needed to apply for an IDP in India?
The 2021 changes also allow renewal through Indian missions abroad.
MoRTH notification, 7 January 2021
Answer A. The 2021 changes also allow renewal through Indian missions abroad.
In a country that drives on the right, which turn crosses oncoming traffic?
Turning left there is like turning right in India. Wait for a safe gap.
Answer B. Turning left there is like turning right in India. Wait for a safe gap.
As a pedestrian in a right-driving country, which way should you look first when stepping off the kerb?
Traffic nearest to you comes from the left.
Answer B. Traffic nearest to you comes from the left.
Your IDP will expire while you are abroad. What can you do?
Since 2021, IDPs can be renewed through Indian missions abroad.
Answer B. Since 2021, IDPs can be renewed through Indian missions abroad.
Does an IDP work in every country?
Check the official transport or embassy website before you travel.
Answer B. Check the official transport or embassy website before you travel.
In many countries, how is frequent horn use seen?
Horn use is often rare abroad and seen as aggressive.
Answer C. Horn use is often rare abroad and seen as aggressive.
A visitor from abroad wants to drive in India. What do they generally need?
These are usually accepted for up to one year. For longer, apply for an Indian licence.
Answer D. These are usually accepted for up to one year. For longer, apply for an Indian licence.