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Penalties For Parents Allowing Minors To Drive

  • 08 Jan 2024
  • 2 min read

Why in News?

To curb accidents caused by minors the Uttar Pradesh government is enforcing a three-year imprisonment and a fine of Rs 25,000 on parents or vehicle owners who permit underage driving.

Key Points

  • An awareness campaign has been initiated in government secondary schools in collaboration with the Transport Department, emphasizing road safety through various mediums.
  • Under Section 199 (A) of the Motor Vehicles Amendment Act 2019, outlined that in motor vehicle-related offenses committed by juveniles, only their guardian or the vehicle owner would be held accountable.
    • The prescribed punishment includes a three-year imprisonment and a Rs 25,000 fine.
  • Experts from King George's Medical University and the Lohia Institute in Lucknow revealed that 40% of road accident fatalities involve minors.
  • The officials urged strict adherence to the law prohibiting driving by children below 18 and advocated for awareness campaigns in all educational institutions.

Motor Vehicles Amendment Act, 2019

  • The Act hikes the penalties for traffic violations, defective vehicles, juvenile driving, etc.
  • It provides for a Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, which would provide compulsory insurance cover to all road users in India for certain types of accidents.
  • It also provides for a National Road Safety Board, to be created by the Central Government.
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