CLAT CLAT Solved Paper-2018

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    Under which of the following enactments, is the use of mobile phone while driving made punishable?

    A) The Information Technology Act

    B) The Indian Penal Code

    C) The Motor Vehicles Act

    D) The Criminal Procedure Code

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Sol.      Under 'the Motor Vehicles Act', the use of mobile phone while driving is a punishable offense. Section-177 of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988, prescribes a fine of between ` 100 and ` 300 for using mobile phone while driving. If such action causes inconvenience or poses a hazard to road users, the fine is ` 1000 and the compounding fee is ` 500. The act has been amended in 2017 with more strict punishment.


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