Traffic Rules Quiz: Maximum Permissible Speed and Vehicle Maintenance

Consequences of Exceeding Pollution Limits

• Driving a vehicle with pollution values exceeding the limits can lead to severe consequences

Safe Driving Practices

• Abrupt braking is not recommended when the road is slippery or wet
• When approaching a section of road with loose sand or gravel, slow down and avoid sudden turns
• When driving on a two-lane street and the vehicle in front is moving very slowly, overtake only when it's safe to do so

Vehicle Emissions

• Carbon monoxide is emitted through the exhaust of a vehicle

Pollution Under Control (P.U.C.) Certificate

• Failing to produce the P.U.C. Certificate within 7 days can result in severe consequences

Motorcycle Riding

• Motorcycle riders should proceed at a regular speed while passing a procession
• The maximum permissible speed of a motorbike near an educational institution is 25 km/h

Load Projections

• The projection of load is permitted up to one meter towards the rear in the trailer category
• When lorries are loaded, the maximum length of load that can be projected from the rear part of a goods carriage is 1.5 meters

Speed Limits

• The maximum permissible speed of a two-wheeler near an educational institution is 25 km/h
• The maximum permissible speed of heavy motor vehicles in cities is 50 km/h
• The maximum speed permitted for vehicles towing another vehicle is 30 km/h
• The maximum permissible speed of an autorickshaw near educational institutions is 15 km/h
• The maximum speed permitted for motorcycles in a city during the night time is 40 km/h

Driving in Ghat Roads

• A motor vehicle cannot drive in ghat roads at a speed of more than 30 km/h when the road is steep or winding

Responsibilities of Drivers

• According to section 112 of the Motor Vehicles Act 1988, drivers should not drive after consuming alcohol
• The maximum permitted weight that can be carried on a goods carriage is 9 tons