Practice: Keep Your Vehicle Roadworthy & Legal

Choose an answer to see straight away whether it is right, and why. Read the rule first if you need to.

Question 1 of 10

Which of these is not allowed on a private car's windows?

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Answer C. Following the Supreme Court's 2012 judgment in Avishek Goenka, no film of any kind may be applied to windscreens or windows. Only factory-fitted glass meeting the light-transmission limits is allowed.

Question 2 of 10

Which documents must your car have valid at all times?

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Answer C. A vehicle must be registered, have at least third-party insurance and hold a valid Pollution Under Control certificate. They may be carried on paper or in DigiLocker/mParivahan.

Question 3 of 10

What is the maximum fine for driving without a valid pollution (PUC) certificate?

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Answer C. Section 190(2) allows a fine of up to ₹10,000 and/or up to 3 months in prison, and a 3-month licence disqualification.

Question 4 of 10

When should you check tyre pressures?

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Answer B. Check at least every two weeks and before long trips, using the manufacturer's figures, not the maximum on the tyre wall.

Question 5 of 10

A defect appears in your vehicle while driving that could endanger others. What should you do?

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Answer D. Regulation 5(15) requires you to get the vehicle off the road as quickly as possible.

Question 6 of 10

May you add your name or a slogan to your number plate?

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Answer B. Regulation 36 requires plates to be clearly visible and unobstructed with no extra markings.

Question 7 of 10

Which of these modifications needs approval and an endorsement on the registration certificate?

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Answer A. Section 52 prohibits altering a vehicle so its particulars differ from the registration, except as the rules allow (e.g. an approved CNG kit).

Question 8 of 10

What is the penalty for driving an uninsured vehicle (first offence)?

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Answer D. Third-party insurance is compulsory. A repeat offence carries ₹4,000.

Question 9 of 10

Your tyres have good tread but are about eight years old. What should you do?

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Answer D. Have tyres more than about six years old inspected, even with good tread.

Question 10 of 10

What does a soft or sinking brake pedal mean?

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Answer A. Squealing, grinding, a soft pedal, pulling to one side or a warning light all need immediate inspection.