UPSC Prelims Practice Questions — Bill proposes grace period after expiry of driving licence

Q1. The 30-day grace period for an expired driving licence introduced by the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 is effected by amending which parent statute?

  • A. The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
  • B. The Carriage by Road Act, 2007
  • C. The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989
  • D. The National Highways Act, 1956

Q2. Which ministry is the nodal ministry steering the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026?

  • A. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
  • B. Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
  • C. Ministry of Law and Justice
  • D. Ministry of Home Affairs

Q3. Under the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, what is the duration of the single grace period proposed during which an expired driving licence continues to remain valid?

  • A. 30 days
  • B. 15 days
  • C. 60 days
  • D. 90 days

Q4. In total, how many provisions does the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026 propose to amend across all the Central Acts it covers?

  • A. 784
  • B. 717
  • C. 355
  • D. 183