The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988

The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 is a pivotal legislation in India that governs all aspects of road transport, ensuring road safety, regulating traffic, and providing a legal framework for vehicle registration and driver licensing. This book presents the full text of the Act along with detailed commentary, explaining provisions regarding licensing procedures, registration requirements, insurance obligations, traffic violations, and penalties.

It also covers enforcement mechanisms, adjudication of offences, and recent amendments including road safety initiatives and motor insurance compliance. Detailed analysis of case law interpretations, statutory responsibilities of vehicle owners, drivers, and transport authorities make this publication indispensable for legal practitioners and policymakers. The commentary emphasizes practical compliance, accident liability, and consumer protection aspects relevant to road users.

Structured for professional, academic, and administrative audiences, this book is essential for lawyers, law students, traffic and transport authorities, policymakers, and corporate transport managers. By combining statutory interpretation, legal precedents, and practical guidance, it equips readers to understand, implement, and enforce India’s motor vehicle laws effectively, contributing to safer roads and regulated transport systems.