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Free Official-Style LLR Questions: Safe Driving and Vehicle Care

Safe driving questions in the style of the official bank: braking, skids, lights, tyres and what to do in an emergency.

1. A vehicle is involved in an accident that injures someone. The driver should:

  1. Take reasonable steps to get medical help for the injured and report to the nearest police station within 24 hours ✔
  2. Take the vehicle to the nearest police station
  3. Stop and report to the police station

Correct answer: Take reasonable steps to get medical help for the injured and report to the nearest police station within 24 hours

Helping the injured comes first, and a report is also a legal duty.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q5

2. While fuel is being filled in a vehicle, you:

  1. Must not smoke ✔
  2. Must not check tyre pressure
  3. Must not use any vehicle light

Correct answer: Must not smoke

Fuel vapour can ignite.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q55

3. What is "tailgating"?

  1. Driving dangerously close behind another vehicle ✔
  2. Keeping a safe distance matched to your speed
  3. Keeping at least 7 metres from the vehicle ahead

Correct answer: Driving dangerously close behind another vehicle

Too small a gap gives you no time to stop.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q155

4. The minimum distance to keep from the vehicle in front is:

  1. A safe distance suited to your speed ✔
  2. 5 metres
  3. 10 metres

Correct answer: A safe distance suited to your speed

The faster you go, the more gap you need.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q165

5. What is defensive driving?

  1. Driving carefully while anticipating other road users' mistakes and rule violations ✔
  2. Driving only to reach the destination
  3. Assuming other road users will be careful

Correct answer: Driving carefully while anticipating other road users' mistakes and rule violations

It means being ready for what others might do wrong.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q171

6. Before starting the engine you should check:

  1. The radiator water level and engine oil level ✔
  2. The headlight only
  3. The brake only

Correct answer: The radiator water level and engine oil level

A basic check protects the engine.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q173

7. Zig-zag driving is:

  1. Dangerous to everyone at all times ✔
  2. Dangerous to two-wheelers only
  3. Dangerous to four-wheelers only

Correct answer: Dangerous to everyone at all times

It makes your path unpredictable.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q213

8. A helmet is essential on a two-wheeler because:

  1. It protects you from serious head injury ✔
  2. The police may fine you
  3. Riders should look alike

Correct answer: It protects you from serious head injury

The purpose is to save your life.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q217

9. High beam in fog:

  1. Is bad because it reflects back and dazzles ✔
  2. Helps you see more
  3. Makes sure others see you

Correct answer: Is bad because it reflects back and dazzles

The light bounces off the fog droplets.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q225

10. In rain, you keep well back from the vehicle ahead in case:

  1. It stops suddenly ✔
  2. It changes direction suddenly
  3. Its fog lights dazzle you

Correct answer: It stops suddenly

The stopping distance on a wet road is longer.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q230

11. What can cause hard steering?

  1. An under-inflated tyre ✔
  2. A badly worn tyre
  3. An over-inflated tyre

Correct answer: An under-inflated tyre

A soft tyre has a large contact patch.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q231

12. Hazard warning lights should be switched on:

  1. When your parked vehicle is causing inconvenience to other road users ✔
  2. When moving straight
  3. When parked in a no-parking area

Correct answer: When your parked vehicle is causing inconvenience to other road users

They warn others of a hazard.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q235

13. On a well-lit motorway at night you must use:

  1. Low beam headlights ✔
  2. High beam headlights
  3. Hazard lights

Correct answer: Low beam headlights

Street lighting makes high beam unnecessary and it dazzles others.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q236

14. ABS prevents the wheels from locking. This avoids:

  1. Skidding ✔
  2. Punctures
  3. Tyre wear

Correct answer: Skidding

Locked wheels cannot steer.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q237

15. On a motorway at night, with vehicles just ahead, your lights should be:

  1. Low beam ✔
  2. High beam
  3. Hazard lights

Correct answer: Low beam

High beam dazzles drivers ahead.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q238

16. Approaching a right-hand curve, keep well to the left to:

  1. Improve your view of the road ✔
  2. Avoid a skid
  3. Pass the vehicle behind

Correct answer: Improve your view of the road

Moving left opens up the view around the bend.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q245

17. A rear-view mirror is slightly curved to:

  1. Give a wider field of view ✔
  2. Cover the blind spot completely
  3. Judge the speed of following traffic

Correct answer: Give a wider field of view

The curve widens the view, though not every blind spot is removed.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q267

18. Fitting a multi-toned horn to a vehicle is:

  1. An offence, since it causes noise pollution ✔
  2. Allowed only in emergencies
  3. Allowed for avoiding accidents

Correct answer: An offence, since it causes noise pollution

Only a plain electric horn is permitted.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q270

19. Your vehicle pulls to one side when braking. You should:

  1. Consult your mechanic ✔
  2. Rotate the tyres
  3. Pump the pedal when braking

Correct answer: Consult your mechanic

Uneven braking is a fault that needs professional inspection.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q271

20. A common cause of skidding is:

  1. Both the condition of the tyres and road, and driver error ✔
  2. Driver error only
  3. Tyres and road only

Correct answer: Both the condition of the tyres and road, and driver error

Skids are caused by both.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q272

21. You are dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle. You should:

  1. Slow down and, if needed, stop ✔
  2. Switch on your main beam
  3. Pull down the sun visor and keep going

Correct answer: Slow down and, if needed, stop

Never drive at speed when you cannot see.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q273

22. The blind spot is:

  1. An area you cannot see in your rear-view mirrors ✔
  2. An area your headlights do not cover
  3. An area the interior mirror does not cover

Correct answer: An area you cannot see in your rear-view mirrors

Turn your head to check it.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q274

23. Approaching a road under repair, you should obey the permitted speed limit:

  1. At all times ✔
  2. Only during the day
  3. Only at night

Correct answer: At all times

Roadworks are hazardous all day and all night.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q275

24. Alcohol affects your driving because it:

  1. Reduces your concentration and attention ✔
  2. Increases your awareness
  3. Increases your confidence safely

Correct answer: Reduces your concentration and attention

It slows reaction time.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q281

25. At a traffic signal, the light that follows amber is:

  1. Red ✔
  2. Green
  3. Red or green

Correct answer: Red

The sequence goes green, amber, red.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q282

26. You feel tired or cannot concentrate. You should:

  1. Stop as soon as it is safe and rest ✔
  2. Switch on the stereo
  3. Speed up to arrive sooner

Correct answer: Stop as soon as it is safe and rest

Tiredness cannot be beaten by music or speed.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q283

27. You feel ill while driving. You should:

  1. Stop in a safe place and, if possible, seek medical help ✔
  2. Speed up to finish earlier
  3. Continue with the windows open

Correct answer: Stop in a safe place and, if possible, seek medical help

An ill driver is a hazard.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q285

28. An anti-lock braking system is designed to:

  1. Stop the wheels locking under braking and avoid skidding ✔
  2. Stop the driving wheels spinning
  3. Stop moisture building up in the brakes

Correct answer: Stop the wheels locking under braking and avoid skidding

It keeps the tyres rolling.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q286

29. What is "brake fade"?

  1. A reduction in braking effectiveness ✔
  2. A drop in air pressure
  3. Smooth, progressive braking

Correct answer: A reduction in braking effectiveness

Hot brakes lose their grip.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q287

30. To prevent brake fade on a descent:

  1. Choose a suitable lower (higher-power) gear and brake only when needed ✔
  2. Select neutral for a short distance
  3. Pump the brake repeatedly

Correct answer: Choose a suitable lower (higher-power) gear and brake only when needed

Engine braking saves the brakes.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q288

31. When stopping on an uphill slope, you should:

  1. Apply the parking brake after stopping ✔
  2. Hold the vehicle on the clutch
  3. Hold the vehicle on the foot brake

Correct answer: Apply the parking brake after stopping

Holding on the clutch wears it out.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q289

32. Driving behind a large vehicle, you can improve your view by:

  1. Staying further back ✔
  2. Overtaking as soon as possible
  3. Moving over to the left

Correct answer: Staying further back

A greater gap gives a wider view around it.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q290

33. Driving downhill in neutral is dangerous because it affects the:

  1. Brake system ✔
  2. Cooling system
  3. Speed governor

Correct answer: Brake system

Without engine braking, the brakes overheat.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q292

34. Power-assisted steering:

  1. Reduces driving effort ✔
  2. Reduces tyre wear
  3. Assists braking

Correct answer: Reduces driving effort

Steering becomes lighter.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q293

35. How can you avoid harsh driving?

  1. Plan ahead and take early action when braking ✔
  2. Use only the gears to slow down
  3. Apply the parking brake gently

Correct answer: Plan ahead and take early action when braking

Anticipation allows smooth driving.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q294

36. Passengers most notice weight transfer during:

  1. Both braking and cornering ✔
  2. Braking only
  3. Cornering only

Correct answer: Both braking and cornering

The load shifts forward or sideways.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q295

37. Before a bend, roundabout or corner you should:

  1. Adjust your speed and select the appropriate gear ✔
  2. Adjust your speed only
  3. Select the gear only

Correct answer: Adjust your speed and select the appropriate gear

Do both before you reach it.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q296

38. Hazard warning lamps may be used:

  1. For emergency parking, especially on highways and busy roads ✔
  2. To go ahead at a junction
  3. To slow the vehicle behind

Correct answer: For emergency parking, especially on highways and busy roads

They are not a right-of-way signal.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q297

39. A laminated safety windscreen:

  1. Does not shatter and has a plastic layer between two glass sheets ✔
  2. Does not shatter only
  3. Has a plastic layer only

Correct answer: Does not shatter and has a plastic layer between two glass sheets

Both properties apply.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q298

40. Your vehicle is involved in an accident. You must:

  1. Stop at the scene, give first aid if possible and help get medical attention ✔
  2. Drive to the nearest police station
  3. Only inform the insurer

Correct answer: Stop at the scene, give first aid if possible and help get medical attention

Stay and help.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q299

41. You hit a parked vehicle whose owner cannot be found. You must:

  1. Inform the police station with jurisdiction within 24 hours ✔
  2. Drive away and settle later
  3. Only inform the insurer

Correct answer: Inform the police station with jurisdiction within 24 hours

A police report is required.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q300

42. A front tyre bursts on a motorway. You should:

  1. Hold the steering wheel firmly and stop safely using the brake ✔
  2. Loosen your grip on the wheel
  3. Brake firmly

Correct answer: Hold the steering wheel firmly and stop safely using the brake

Keep control of the steering first.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q301

43. At night, motorcyclists should wear:

  1. Bright clothing ✔
  2. Dark clothing
  3. Neither matters

Correct answer: Bright clothing

Bright clothing is easier to see.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q302

44. Before opening the right-side doors when parking, you should:

  1. Make sure no vehicle is passing ✔
  2. Open quickly and get out
  3. Never use that door

Correct answer: Make sure no vehicle is passing

Passing vehicles can hit an open door.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q303

45. How many people may travel on top of the load on a truck?

  1. None ✔
  2. One
  3. As per permit

Correct answer: None

Nobody may ride on the load.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q306

46. Before turning left, what should be checked first?

  1. The left-side mirror ✔
  2. The right-side mirror
  3. Over your right shoulder

Correct answer: The left-side mirror

Cyclists and walkers may be on your left.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q307

47. Before you move off you should:

  1. Use your mirrors, look behind and give the proper signal ✔
  2. Signal left and go
  3. Use only the right mirror and go

Correct answer: Use your mirrors, look behind and give the proper signal

Look first, then signal, then go.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q308

48. The turning circle of a vehicle is:

  1. The space needed for it to turn ✔
  2. The number of steering-wheel turns lock to lock
  3. How much it cuts corners

Correct answer: The space needed for it to turn

It is the space needed for a turn.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q310

49. Before braking on a wet road, make sure as far as possible that your vehicle is:

  1. Travelling slowly in a straight line ✔
  2. In neutral
  3. Free of mist on the mirror

Correct answer: Travelling slowly in a straight line

Brake gently while going straight to avoid a skid.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q311

50. Your vehicle breaks down on a motorway. You should:

  1. Stop on the left side as far as you can ✔
  2. Move the passengers in front of the vehicle
  3. Both

Correct answer: Stop on the left side as far as you can

Get clear of traffic and keep passengers safe.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q312

51. Which of these is a legal requirement for every vehicle?

  1. A first-aid box ✔
  2. A spare wheel
  3. An audio system

Correct answer: A first-aid box

A first-aid kit must be carried.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q317

52. Driving behind a long truck, the braking distance to keep is:

  1. A safe distance ✔
  2. 1.2 metres
  3. 2.5 metres

Correct answer: A safe distance

Safe distance varies with speed and load.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q318

53. Which dangerous substance may be carried in a public service vehicle?

  1. The vehicle's own fuel and lubricant ✔
  2. Explosives
  3. Small arms cartridges

Correct answer: The vehicle's own fuel and lubricant

Other dangerous goods are banned.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q320

54. Which safety device in a light motor vehicle protects the driver?

  1. The seat belt ✔
  2. A helmet
  3. None

Correct answer: The seat belt

Belts restrain you in a crash.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q322

55. Basic safety requirements of a two-wheeler include:

  1. Both a crash guard and a rear-wheel cover (sari guard) ✔
  2. A crash guard only
  3. A sari guard only

Correct answer: Both a crash guard and a rear-wheel cover (sari guard)

Both help protect riders.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q323

56. At night, an oncoming car has its high beam on. That driver is:

  1. Driving with bad manners, since the beam dazzles others ✔
  2. A safe driver
  3. Within the law

Correct answer: Driving with bad manners, since the beam dazzles others

High beam must be dipped for oncoming traffic.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q332

57. Your vehicle hits a pedestrian. You should:

  1. Help the injured person, get medical aid, identify yourself and report to the police ✔
  2. Identify yourself and leave
  3. Help and call an ambulance without reporting

Correct answer: Help the injured person, get medical aid, identify yourself and report to the police

Reporting is a legal duty.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q338

58. On a wet or slippery road:

  1. Avoid sudden braking and sudden acceleration ✔
  2. Reduce tyre pressure
  3. Drive at high speed

Correct answer: Avoid sudden braking and sudden acceleration

Smooth control prevents skids.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q341

59. Driving a vehicle with expired insurance:

  1. Is not allowed ✔
  2. Is fine if you drive carefully
  3. Is fine if you have life insurance

Correct answer: Is not allowed

Third-party cover must be valid.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q345

60. Before leaving a parked vehicle you should:

  1. Stop the engine, remove the key and engage the hand brake ✔
  2. Turn the ignition off
  3. Lock the car

Correct answer: Stop the engine, remove the key and engage the hand brake

Secure the vehicle fully.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q348

61. Abrupt braking should not be used:

  1. Unless absolutely necessary ✔
  2. On a downhill
  3. On a main road

Correct answer: Unless absolutely necessary

It can cause skids and rear-end collisions.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q354

62. Hanging something on the rear-view mirror is:

  1. Against regulations ✔
  2. Allowed depending on size
  3. Allowed if it does not block the view

Correct answer: Against regulations

It is not allowed at all.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q355

63. To stop a motorcycle:

  1. Apply both the front and rear brakes together ✔
  2. Use the rear brake only
  3. Use the rear brake first, then the front

Correct answer: Apply both the front and rear brakes together

Using both gives the shortest, steadiest stop.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q357

64. Riders in a group should ride:

  1. In a staggered formation with a proper gap ✔
  2. Side by side
  3. In a single line only

Correct answer: In a staggered formation with a proper gap

Staggering gives each rider room to react.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q358

65. You approach loose sand or gravel on the road. You should:

  1. Go as slowly as possible ✔
  2. Cross it as fast as possible
  3. Brake hard before it

Correct answer: Go as slowly as possible

Loose surface reduces grip.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q359

66. Which poisonous gas does a petrol vehicle's exhaust emit?

  1. Carbon monoxide ✔
  2. Ammonia
  3. Chlorine

Correct answer: Carbon monoxide

It is colourless and odourless.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q363

67. It is dangerous to drive on worn-out tyres because:

  1. They have little road grip ✔
  2. They have too much grip
  3. The vehicle picks up speed quickly

Correct answer: They have little road grip

Bald tyres skid easily.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q364

68. What is "clutch riding"?

  1. Resting the foot on the clutch pedal while driving ✔
  2. Using the clutch often
  3. Not using the clutch at all

Correct answer: Resting the foot on the clutch pedal while driving

It wears out the clutch.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q367

69. You want to park in a space just big enough for one car. You should:

  1. Park carefully into the space ✔
  2. Pull in quickly
  3. Park in front of the space

Correct answer: Park carefully into the space

Take your time.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q370

70. Your vehicle skids. You should:

  1. Steer in the direction of the skid ✔
  2. Brake first
  3. Turn left and right repeatedly

Correct answer: Steer in the direction of the skid

Steering with the skid helps regain control.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q371

71. The safest way to go down a steep descent is to:

  1. Use a lower (higher-torque) gear with the brakes ✔
  2. Use top gear with the brakes
  3. Use brake and clutch together

Correct answer: Use a lower (higher-torque) gear with the brakes

The engine holds the vehicle back.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q388

72. Your vehicle breaks down at night. You should:

  1. Stop, apply the hand brake and use the hazard lights ✔
  2. Stop and show a red light
  3. Leave the vehicle

Correct answer: Stop, apply the hand brake and use the hazard lights

Make yourself seen.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q389

73. A cow is standing across the road. You should:

  1. Pass it from behind ✔
  2. Pass it from the front
  3. Honk and push through

Correct answer: Pass it from behind

Animals tend to move forward, so pass behind.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q390

74. For maximum power (for example, a steep climb), use:

  1. First gear ✔
  2. Top gear
  3. Second gear

Correct answer: First gear

A low gear gives the highest torque.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q392

75. Abrupt braking by a driver for safety reasons:

  1. Is allowed ✔
  2. Is not encouraged
  3. Is allowed in busy roads only

Correct answer: Is allowed

If danger demands it, braking hard is allowed.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q393

76. On a downward slope, in addition to the hand brake you should engage:

  1. Reverse gear ✔
  2. Neutral
  3. First gear

Correct answer: Reverse gear

Reverse resists forward rolling.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q396

77. When turning, it is safer to:

  1. Use both the indicator and a hand signal ✔
  2. Use only the indicator
  3. Use only a hand signal

Correct answer: Use both the indicator and a hand signal

Give as much warning as you can.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q397

78. In very low visibility during the day, such as heavy rain, you should:

  1. Use your headlight ✔
  2. Check that the wiper blades are not old
  3. Do neither

Correct answer: Use your headlight

Being seen is as important as seeing.

Source: Based on Parivahan LL bank, Q428

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