Every car tripStrong research
Car seat from the first ride home
Rear-facing, in the back seat. Never on a lap.
Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)
- The law says children under 14 must be secured by a seat belt or a child seat. The fine is ₹1,000.
- WHO estimates a child seat lowers an infant's risk of dying in a crash by about 70%.
- Buy a seat that meets a recognised standard, such as ECE R44 or R129.
Primary Citation: Motor Vehicles Act s.194B(2); WHO road safety
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming