The Motor Transport Workers Act, 1961

What is the main objective of The Motor Transport Workers Act, 1961?

• Regulate the conditions of motor transport vehicles

• Ensure the safety of passengers in motor transport vehicles

• Promote the use of motor transport in India

• Ensure the welfare of motor transport workers

What does the term 'hours of work' refer to in the Act?

• Time spent in commuting to work

• Time spent in meal breaks

• Time spent in subsidiary work

• Time spent in leisure activities

What is required for the registration of a motor transport undertaking under the Act?

• Approval from the local government

• Submission of an annual report

• Application in the prescribed form

• Payment of a registration fee

What facilities should be provided to inspectors under the Act?

• Access to free accommodation

• Access to free transportation

• Free meals during inspections

• Facilities for making entries and inspections

What is the requirement for canteens in a motor transport undertaking?

• To provide canteens for 200 or more workers

• To provide canteens for 100 or more workers

• To provide canteens for 50% of the workers

• To provide canteens for all workers

What is the provision for rest rooms for motor transport workers?

• Rest rooms are not required

• Rest rooms are required for workers on long routes

• Rest rooms are required only for drivers

• Rest rooms are required for all workers

What is the purpose of providing uniforms to drivers and conductors?

• To promote a sense of unity among workers

• To distinguish them from other workers

• To protect them from rain or cold

• To provide them with a fashion statement

What are the restrictions on the employment of adolescents as motor transport workers?

• They are not allowed to work on public holidays

• They are not allowed to work on weekends

• They cannot work between 10 P.M. and 6 A.M.

• They can work for unlimited hours

What is the penalty for obstructing an inspector under the Act?

• Fine of ₹1000

• 3 months imprisonment

• 6 months imprisonment

• Fine of ₹500

Who has the power to make rules under the Act?

• The Central Government

• The State Government

• Local Municipalities

• The Motor Transport Workers Union