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No driving before a licence

No driving before a licence

If a minor drives, the parent can be jailed for up to 3 years.

Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)

  • The guardian or vehicle owner faces up to 3 years in jail and a ₹25,000 fine.
  • The vehicle's registration is cancelled for a year, and the teen can't get a licence until 25.
  • At 16, only a gearless two-wheeler of 50cc or less is allowed, with a learner's licence and your consent.
Primary Citation: Motor Vehicles Act s.199A
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming