These less common questions catch candidates who only memorise the basics. Each one shows where the answer comes from.
Correct answer: A right hair-pin bend
A bend that folds back almost 180 degrees is a hair-pin bend. Slow down well before it, stay on your own side, and never overtake. A gentle curve would show a much shallower arrow.
💡 Tip: Hair-pin = almost a U shape.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Falling rocks
Rocks tumbling down a slope warn of possible rock fall, common on hill roads. Drive attentively, do not stop under the slope, and be ready to steer around debris.
💡 Tip: Hill road + stones = falling rocks.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: A side road joining from the left
A short branch off a main line shows a side road joining. Traffic may emerge from it, so slow down and be ready. A cross road shows the line crossing both ways.
💡 Tip: Branch on one side = side road.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: A Y-intersection ahead
The road splits into two branches like a letter Y. Choose your lane early, give way to traffic on the main road, and avoid overtaking near the junction.
💡 Tip: Y = road splits in two.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: A steep ascent (uphill)
A rising slope inside a triangle warns of a steep climb. Select a lower gear early so the engine does not struggle. A steep DESCENT sign shows the slope falling the other way.
💡 Tip: Slope rises to the right = uphill.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: End of all prohibitions and restrictions
Grey diagonal stripes on a white disc cancel the earlier restrictions (such as a speed limit or no-overtaking zone). The normal rules for that road apply again.
💡 Tip: Stripes = restriction ends.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Pedestrians prohibited
A walking person inside a red ring with a slash means pedestrians may not use this road, for example on an expressway. The cautionary sign for a crossing is a triangle instead.
💡 Tip: Red ring + person = no walking.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Cycles prohibited
A bicycle inside a red ring with a slash prohibits cycles on that road. Check the colour: a cycle on a blue disc would be a command or track.
💡 Tip: Slash through a bicycle = no cycles.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Sound horn compulsory
A horn on a BLUE disc is a command: sound the horn (typical at blind hill bends). A horn in a RED ring with a slash is the opposite, prohibiting it.
💡 Tip: Blue = do it. Red ring = do not.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Compulsory keep left
A blue disc with an arrow bending down to the left orders you to keep to the left of the obstruction or divider ahead, not cross to the other side.
💡 Tip: Arrow passes the obstacle on the left.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Red or blue circles
Mandatory and prohibitory signs are circular, in red (prohibitions) or blue (commands). The exceptions are STOP (octagon) and GIVE WAY (inverted triangle).
💡 Tip: Circle = order.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: On the right side, facing oncoming traffic
Because vehicles keep left, a pedestrian on the right side faces approaching traffic and can see and step out of its way. On the left the traffic would come from behind.
💡 Tip: Walk against the traffic.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Reverse gear
On a downhill slope the vehicle will try to roll forward. Reverse gear makes the engine resist that movement, as a back-up to the hand brake. Uphill you would normally use first gear instead.
💡 Tip: Downhill park = reverse.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Prohibited on a busy road and on a one-way road
Reverse only the minimum distance needed, for example to change direction, and never in busy traffic, on a one-way road, or from a side road into a main road.
💡 Tip: Reverse is a last resort.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: The extreme right lane
Move into the right-most lane (well before the junction) when turning right. For a left turn you use the left-hand lane. Cutting across lanes at the last moment is a leading cause of collisions.
💡 Tip: Right turn from the right lane.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Not increase speed and not obstruct the overtaking vehicle
Letting the other vehicle pass quickly is safest. Speeding up lengthens the time it spends on the wrong side of the road, which is dangerous for everyone.
💡 Tip: Help them pass.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Must not start overtaking another vehicle yourself
Two vehicles overtaking at the same time would leave nobody space and endanger oncoming traffic. Wait until the manoeuvre is complete.
💡 Tip: One overtake at a time.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Treat the white cane as a signal and stop to let them cross
A white cane is the international sign of a visually impaired person, and the driver must stop. A horn means nothing to them and may cause panic.
💡 Tip: White cane = stop.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Stop the vehicle
Horns and engine noise can spook an animal and cause it to bolt into the road. Stop and wait until the handler gives the all-clear.
💡 Tip: Frightened animals are unpredictable.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Right-turn signal
A U-turn begins by moving out to the right, so the right-turn signal is used. Check mirrors and make sure the road is clear in both directions first.
💡 Tip: U-turn = right-turn signal.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Show the left-turn signal with the right hand
A rider keeps the left hand on the handlebar. Hand signals are given with the right arm, which is rotated anticlockwise for a left turn. Many riders forget this.
💡 Tip: Hand signals use the RIGHT arm.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Proceed slowly and cautiously, since students may cross suddenly
Children often run across the road in front of or behind a stopped bus. Slow right down and be ready to stop. School buses are identified by their cream-yellow colour.
💡 Tip: Stopped school bus = crawl.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Keep to the left of the road and slow down
Flashing red or blue lights signal an emergency or police vehicle on duty. Move left, slow down and stop if necessary so it can pass.
💡 Tip: Move left, slow, let it go.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Its park light shall remain lit
A parked vehicle without lights is hard to see and a common cause of night-time crashes. The parking light must stay on (or use hazard lamps), and the vehicle should be well off the carriageway.
💡 Tip: Unlit = invisible.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Reduction of braking effectiveness due to overheated brakes
Long, continuous braking (for example down a hill) overheats the brakes so they lose their stopping power. The solution is engine braking: select a lower gear before the descent and use the brakes only when needed.
💡 Tip: Hot brakes do not grip.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Select a lower gear and apply brakes only when necessary
The engine in a low gear holds the speed back for free. Neutral, coasting or engine off removes that help and also overworks the brakes.
💡 Tip: Down the hill in the gear you would climb in.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Overloads the brake system, which does all the slowing
With no engine braking, only the brakes slow you, so they overheat and may fade. You also lose the ability to accelerate away from danger quickly.
💡 Tip: Coasting = brakes do all the work.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Preventing the wheels from locking so you can still steer while braking
When a wheel locks, the tyre skids and you cannot steer. ABS releases and re-applies the brake many times a second, so brake firmly and keep steering.
💡 Tip: Stamp and steer, do not pump.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: An area around the vehicle not visible in your mirrors
Mirrors cannot show every area beside and behind the car. Turn your head and look over the shoulder before changing lanes or pulling out.
💡 Tip: Mirror, signal, then shoulder check.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Keeping your foot resting on the clutch pedal while driving
A half-pressed clutch slips and wears out quickly and also reduces control. Use the clutch only to change gears or stop, then take your foot off.
💡 Tip: Foot off the clutch.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Against regulations because it may obstruct the driver's view
Anything that blocks or distracts the driver's view of the road or mirror can hide a pedestrian or vehicle. Keep the mirror and windscreen clear.
💡 Tip: Clear view, clear mind.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Is not allowed
Non-standard additional lights are illegal because they dazzle other road users. Fog lamps are a fitted exception for poor visibility.
💡 Tip: Brighter for you is blinding for others.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Slow down, and stop if you cannot see
Looking past the glare toward the left edge of the road and slowing down is the safe response. Switching to main beam only adds to the glare.
💡 Tip: Cannot see = slow or stop.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Move to the left, apply the hand brake and switch on the hazard lights
Get the vehicle out of the traffic lane if you can, make it visible with hazard lights, and keep passengers away from the carriageway.
💡 Tip: Left, brake, hazards.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Make sure no vehicle is passing
Doors opening into passing traffic cause serious accidents with two-wheelers in particular. Look back over your shoulder first.
💡 Tip: Check behind before the door.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Bright (light-coloured) clothing
Dark clothing blends into the night. Bright or reflective clothing makes you visible to other drivers sooner.
💡 Tip: Be seen.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine up to ₹10,000, or both
The 2019 amendment raised the fine from ₹2,000 to ₹10,000. A second offence within three years can mean up to 2 years in jail or a fine up to ₹15,000. Older question banks may still show the previous ₹2,000 figure.
💡 Tip: 30 mg per 100 ml is the limit.
Source: Motor Vehicles Act 1988 s.185 (2019 amendment)
Correct answer: A fine of ₹1,000 and disqualification from holding a licence for 3 months
The 2019 amendment raised the fine from ₹100 to ₹1,000 and added a three-month disqualification of the licence. The helmet requirement itself comes from Section 129.
💡 Tip: ₹1,000 + 3 months.
Source: Motor Vehicles Act 1988 s.129, s.194D
Correct answer: ₹1,000
The 2019 amendment raised the penalty from ₹100 to ₹1,000. Older test banks still show the previous figure, so check the year of any source you study from.
💡 Tip: Belt up, or pay ₹1,000.
Source: Motor Vehicles Act 1988 s.194B (2019 amendment)
Correct answer: Within 24 hours
The driver must take all reasonable steps to help the injured and report the accident to the nearest police station as soon as possible, and in any case within 24 hours. This also applies where only third-party property is damaged.
💡 Tip: 24 hours.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank / Motor Vehicles Act 1988 s.134
Correct answer: Driving by a drunken person or under the influence of drugs
Section 185 covers drink and drug driving. Section 184 deals with dangerous driving, section 112 with speed limits, and section 113 with weight limits.
💡 Tip: 185 = alcohol.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Section 184
Section 184 penalises driving dangerously: for example, with speed or in a manner dangerous to the public. Do not confuse it with 185 (drunken driving).
💡 Tip: 184 = dangerous, 185 = drunk.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: The speed limit shall not be exceeded
Section 112 sets out the limits of speed. Helmets are in section 129, drink driving in section 185.
💡 Tip: 112 = speed.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Section 122
Section 122 prohibits leaving a vehicle in a position where it may cause danger, obstruction or inconvenience to others.
💡 Tip: 122 = dangerous parking.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Suspension of the registration certificate
According to the official test bank, the vehicle's registration certificate can be suspended. Always keep a valid PUC (for petrol and diesel vehicles) and renew it before it expires.
💡 Tip: No PUC, no registration.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal
Claims for compensation after an accident are decided by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT). The RTO registers vehicles and issues licences but does not award compensation.
💡 Tip: Compensation = MACT.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: 20 years
A transport vehicle driver must be at least 20. The minimum for ordinary cars and geared motorcycles is 18, and 16 for a gearless two-wheeler of up to 50 cc.
💡 Tip: 16 gearless / 18 car / 20 transport.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Throughout India
A licence is valid in every state of India. Each licence authorises driving only the classes of vehicle listed on it.
💡 Tip: India-wide, class-specific.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: A serious offence
The owner is also liable when allowing an unlicensed person to drive, and insurance may not pay out in the event of an accident.
💡 Tip: Check the licence before you hand over the keys.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: It has no valid registration or permit
A vehicle without valid registration or without a required permit may be seized. Other offences lead to fines or suspension rather than seizure.
💡 Tip: No papers, no vehicle.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Registration certificate (RC)
The seating capacity is shown on the RC. A goods vehicle cabin may carry only the number recorded in the RC as well.
💡 Tip: RC records the capacity.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: A foot rest, hand grip and sari guard
The pillion seat must have a proper footrest, a handgrip and a guard to keep clothing out of the rear wheel. Riding more than two persons is an offence.
💡 Tip: Footrest, grip, guard.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Electric horn
Only the standard electric horn is allowed. Multi-toned and air horns are prohibited because of noise pollution.
💡 Tip: One note, electric.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: White light
A white light lets the number be read at night. Red lights are for the rear of the vehicle and blue would be confused with emergency vehicles.
💡 Tip: White light for the plate.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Cream-yellow paint
School buses are painted cream yellow so that other drivers recognise them and take extra care near children.
💡 Tip: Yellow = school.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: Not permitted
Olive green is reserved for military vehicles and cannot be used on private cars.
💡 Tip: Olive green = army only.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: 5 metres
A short tow keeps the two vehicles under control. The towing speed is also limited, to about 24 km/h according to the official bank.
💡 Tip: Tow short, tow slow.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: 100 cm (1 metre)
A load can project up to one metre behind a goods carriage, but it must not project on the sides. The height of the load must not exceed 3.8 metres from the ground.
💡 Tip: 1 m back, none to the sides, 3.8 m high.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
Correct answer: 24 km/h
This is the figure in the official question bank. Towing at speed makes both vehicles hard to control.
💡 Tip: 24 km/h while towing.
Source: Parivahan LL question bank
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