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Question
Under which of the following enactments, is the use of mobile phones while driving made punishable?
Options
The Information Technology Act
The Indian Penal Code
The Motor Vehicles Act
The Criminal Procedure Code
Solution
The Motor Vehicles Act
Explanation:
(1)
The Information Technology Act, 2000 is the primary law in India dealing with cybercrime and electronic commerce.
(2)
The Indian Penal Code (IPC) is the main criminal code of India.
(3)
The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 is an Act of the Parliament of India which regulates all aspects of road transport vehicles
(4)
The Code of Criminal Procedure (CRPC) is the main legislation on procedure for the administration of substantive criminal law in India. Hence, the option 'The Motor Vehicles Act' is the most appropriate.
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