Motor Vehicle Act

Chapter 7

Construction, Equipment & Maintenance of Motor Vehicles

Section 109General provision regarding construction and maintenance of vehicles

Description

—(1) Every motor vehicle shall be so constructed and so maintained as to be at all times under the effective control of the person driving the vehicle. (2) Every motor vehicle shall be so constructed as to have right hand steering control unless it is equipped with a mechanical or electrical signalling device of a prescribed nature. (3) If the Central Government is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do in the public interest, it may by order published in the Official Gazette, notify that any article or process used by a manufacturer shall conform to such standard as may be specified in that order.

📖 Understanding This Section

This section is part of Motor Vehicle Act, Chapter 7 (Construction, Equipment & Maintenance of Motor Vehicles). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.