The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
THE SCHEDULE
(See sections 116 and
119)
TRAFFIC SIGNS
Part A.--Mandatory Signs
- The figure 20 is given
merely as an example. The actual figures will be as prescribed in each case
where this sign is used.
- The general design of the
post is given for guidance.
- Where the speed limit
is, or is to be, imposed only on a certain class or classes of
motor vehicle, the class or classes will be specified
on the "definition plate". Where in addition to a general speed limit applicable
to other motor vehicles a special speed limit is or is to be imposed on vehicles
of a certain class or classes, the general speed limit will be specified on the
disc and the special speed limit together with the class or classes of vehicle
to which it applies, will be specified on the "definition plate".
- The paints to be used on the
traffic signs should be of reflecting kind. For New Schedule, see Notification
No. S. O. 475 (E), 21-6-89 (w.e.f. 1-7-1989).
Note--Sign No. 5 as here
set forth may be amplified by instructions inscribed upon a definition plate
placed below it as in the general arrangement set forth in sign No. 1 of
this Part. Upon the definition plate may be set forth the times during which
parking is prohibited. In like manner an arrow-head inscribed on the definition
plate will indicate that parking is prohibited on that part of the street or
road lying to the side of the sign to which the arrow-head points.
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