Road Ministry seeks changes in Motor Vehicles (MV) Act to address the rising menace of uninsured vehicles and tighten driving license (DL) norms.
Key Concepts:
– Enforcement: Strengthen penalties to deter uninsured vehicle use.
– Licensing: Enhance verification to curb DL fraud and ensure road safety.
Relevance for UPSC:
– Governance and Public Policy: Reflects regulatory reforms for safer transport.
– Law and Order: Addresses legal framework reinforcement in transport sector.
Implications:
– Reduced accidents and liabilities.
– Improved regulatory compliance and insurance coverage.
– Enhanced public safety and accountability in transport.
Source Reference: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/road-ministry-seeks-mv-act-changes-to-rein-in-uninsured-vehicles-tighten-dl-rules/articleshow/126458215.cms?