🔴 Mandatory Sign
Standard: Indian Roads Congress (IRC:67)
Speed Limit Traffic Sign – Meaning, Rules & Fine in India
Official Meaning:
Maximum permissible speed indicated on sign
Shape:
Circle
Category:
Mandatory
Driver Obligations & Legal Rules
When encountering the Speed Limit sign on Indian roads:
- Drivers are legally required to obey this instruction strictly. Non-compliance is a non-compoundable traffic violation.
- Under Section 177 & Section 179 of the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019, failure to obey this sign carries an initial fine of ₹500 to ₹1,000, which may escalate for repeated violations.
- Traffic police and automated camera surveillance systems will capture number plates for e-challan issuance upon violation.
RTO Exam Practice Questions on this Sign
RTO Question:
What is the maximum legal speed limit for towing a disabled motor vehicle on public roads?
A) 24 km/h
✓ (Correct Answer)
B) 50 km/h
C) 65 km/h
D) 80 km/h
RTO Question:
What is the statutory requirement regarding a speed governor (speed limiting device) fitment certificate for commercial transport vehicles?
A) Mandatory fitment and calibration certificate (set to 80 km/h or statutory limits) required for fitness renewal
✓ (Correct Answer)
B) Optional for commercial trucks
C) Prohibited
D) Required for sports cars only
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