The right to claim compensation for death or permanent disablement is dealt under __________ of the "Motor Vehicles Act", 1988.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Section 141.

Key Points

Section 141 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 specifically deals with the right to claim compensation for death or permanent disablement due to a motor vehicle accident.
This section is part of the broader framework of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, which governs road transport and vehicle regulations in India.
The act aims to ensure road safety, reduce the number of accidents, and provide a mechanism for victims to claim compensation.
Under this section, the victim or their family can file for compensation without needing to prove the fault of the vehicle owner or driver, a principle known as "No Fault Liability".
This provision is designed to provide quick relief to victims and their families by simplifying the process of claiming compensation.

Additional Information

Section 66
- Section 66 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 deals with the necessity for a permit for transport vehicles.
- It mandates that a transport vehicle cannot be used in a public place unless a permit authorizing its use is granted by the relevant authorities.
Section 3
- Section 3 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 specifies that no person shall drive a motor vehicle in any public place unless he holds an effective driving license issued to him authorizing him to drive the vehicle.
Section 203
- Section 203 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 pertains to the powers of a police officer to arrest without a warrant and to detain a person who is suspected of committing an offense under the act, such as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.