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Driving License in India

In India the minimum age required for driving is 16 years for motorcycles of 50cc or less and 18 for all the other vehicles.

Overview


  • According to the Motor Vehicle Act 1988, a valid Driving Licence is necessary to drive any motor vehicle on public roads.
  • Driving License is issued by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) of Motor Vehicles Inspector's Office after the recipient has passed a driving test and has proved the required age.
  • The Driving License in India is segregated as Motorcycle License, Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) license, and Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) License.
  • Learner's License is issued after passing a theory test.
  • The legislation of Driving License is done through the 'Rules of the Road Regulation' and the Motor Vehicle Act 1988.
  • The driver of the vehicle is required to keep the original copy of the license while driving.
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