Frequent traffic offenders will soon require mandatory re-tests for driving licence renewal as part of significant amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act. The government also plans to expedite accident victim compensation, increase appeal costs, and reinstate IRDAI's role in setting third-party insurance premiums.
The Delhi High Court ruled that a family cannot claim compensation from a car owner's personal accident insurance via MACT if the borrower dies driving the vehicle, especially under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, which requires proving negligence.
The Indian government plans to mandate driving tests for license renewals of motorists with traffic rule violations. Amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act also propose interim compensation for accident victims and increased pre-deposit for appeals.
Gujarat High Court ruled brothers of accident victims can claim compensation even if not financially dependent, as being a legal representative is sufficient under the Motor Vehicles Act.
