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Truck Prohibited
Tonga Prohibited
Cycle Prohibited
Pedestrians Prohibited
U-Turn Prohibited
Overtaking Prohibited
Horn Prohibited
Length Limit
Speed Limit
Load Limit
Height Limit
Width Limit
No Parking
No Stopping or Standing
Compulsory
Compulsory
Compulsory
Compulsory Turn
Turn Left
Tturn Right
Left Ahead
Stop
Give Way
Steep Ascent
Steep Descent
Narrow Bridge
Slippery Road
Loose Gravel
Cycle Crossing
Pedestrian Crossing
School Ahead
Men at Work
Cattle
Falling Rocks
Ferry
Cross Road
Gap in Median
Y-Intersection
Y-Intersection
Y-Intersection
T-Intersection
Roundabout
Dangerous Dip
Barrier Ahead
200 Meters
50-100 Meters
200 Meters
50-100 Meters
Re-Assurance Sign
Destination Sign
Hospital
Resting Place
Eating Place
No Through Road
Barrier Ahead
To change sign
I intend to move out to the right or changing the lane or turn right
I intend to stop
Double White/Yellow Lines: Used where visibility is restricted in both directions. Neither stream of traffic is allowed to cross the lines.
If the line on your side is broken, you may cross or straddle it. OverTake - but only if it is safe to do so. If the line on your side is continious you must not cross or straddle it.
Stop Line: A stop line is a single solid transverse line painted before the intersecting edge of the road junction/ intersection.This line indicates where you are required to stop when directed by traffic officer, traffic light of stop sign. Where a pedestrian crossing is provided, the stop line is marked before the pedestrian crossing.
Give Way Line: The give way line is usually a double dotted line marked transversely at junctions. These lines are generally supplemented by a reverse triangle give way sign painted on the road surface before the dotted lines or by a road sign installed beside the marking. Give way to traffic on the main approaching road.
Border or Edge Lines: These are continuous lines at the edge of the carriageway and mark the limits of the main carriageway upto which a driver can safely venture.
Parking Prohibited Lines: A solid continuous yellow line painted on the kerb or edge of the carriageway along with a "No-parking" sign indicates the extent of noparking area.
Yellow Box Junctions or Keep Clear: These are yellow crossed diagonal lines within the box. The vehicles should cross it only if they have a clear space available ahead of the yellow box. In this marked area vehicles must not stop even briefly.
Pedestrian Crossings These are alternate black and white stripes painted parallel to the road generally known as zebra crossing. Pedestrians must cross only at the point where these lines are provided and when the signal is in their favour at controlled crossings.You must stop and give way to pedestrians at these crossings. Pedestrian crossings are marked to facilitate and give the right of way to pedestrians.
Traffic Signals A traffic light, traffic signal or a stop light is a signaling device positioned at a road intersection to indicate when it is safe to wade through. The traffic signal passes on its information using a universal color code
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Signs form a vital and integral part of the trafficking system for the safety of the road users. As per IRC (Indian Roads Congress) Road Signs are for indications on the road the road signs are categorized into 3 types:
Mandatory Signs or Regulatory Signs Cautionary Signs or Warning or Precautionary Informatory Signs
Hand Signals Hand Signals or Manual Regulation Signs are the gestures used to regulate traffic on the road using the hand movements. Traffic policemen use these actions to Regulate traffic particularly at intersections while the drivers use these signals to Notify the other users on the road about his intentions. Based on the person these Can be categorized as:
Road Markings and Pavement Markings Road markings or pavement markings were introduced in 1920s. Initially, they were used to indicate the road's centerline. But, as they traffic increased, so did the roads and the lanes and later with the multi lane roads they were used to define lanes. With the times, they too have evolved a lot adorned with the information to aid motorists in passing safely.
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To co-ordinate and regulate the activities and policies of the Regional Transport Authorities. Entering into bilateral agreements with other States. To decide the quota for counter signature permits. Grant of All India and State wide permits.
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Regional Transport Authority: The main functions of the Regional Transport Authority are:
To exercise and discharge the powers and functions conferred on them under the provisions of Motor Vehicles Act, which mainly relate to control of transport by way of grant of permits.
Services Provided by R.T.O: Regional Transport Office provides the following services: 1. Related to Driving License:
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Issuing learner license. Renewal of learner license. Issuing driving license. Renewal of driving license (issued in same and other office). Endorsement in driving license. Noting change of address in learner and driving license. Issuing International driving permit. Conductor license
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Temporary registration of vehicles. Permanent registration of vehicles. Transfer of ownership. Entry of hypothecation/ hire-purchase/ lease agreement. Termination of hypothecation/ hire-purchase/ lease agreement. Change of address. Issue of no objection certificate. Issue of clearance certificate
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Collection of Tax
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Enforcement
Payment of tax
The services granted by these authorities are regulated, monitored and enforced by two of the Enforcement Agencies:
If in any case somebody violates the rules and regulations related to traffic laws an offence then they are bound to issue Challans against the offender under some penal actions as per M.V Act, 1988.
Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 Delhi Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 Rules of Road Regulation, 1989