Question

The Provision relating to claims Tribunal is given under Motor Vehicles Act:

• A. Section 165-175
• B. Section 175-180
• C. Section 170-175
• D. Section 171-177

Hint:

The core provisions for Motor Accidents Claims Tribunals (MACT) are consolidated in Chapter XII of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, beginning with Section 165 (establishment) and ending with Section 175 (bar on jurisdiction of Civil Courts).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Chapter XII of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, deals with 'Claims Tribunals'. Section 165 provides for the constitution of Motor Accidents Claims Tribunals (MACT) for adjudicating upon claims for compensation in respect of accidents involving the death of, or bodily injury to, persons arising out of the use of motor vehicles. The subsequent sections, up to Section 175, deal with the application for compensation, procedures, powers of the tribunal, appeals, and related matters.