Section 242: Body construction

Q: What does Section 242 of The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 (TCMVR) deal with?

Section 242 TCMVR pertains to "Body construction". It is part of the The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 242 of The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 (TCMVR) governs body construction. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: Is Section 242 TCMVR still in force?

Yes, Section 242 of the The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 242 TCMVR?

धारा 242 TCMVR is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 242 of the The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. Section 242 of The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 (TCMVR) governs body construction. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 242 TCMVR?

Dhara 242 TCMVR is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 242 of the The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 242 of The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 (TCMVR) governs body construction. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: How to cite Section 242 of The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989?

Cite as: "Section 242, The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 (TCMVR)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, 1989, § 242 (India).

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The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989

Chapter VIICO — nstruction, Equipment and Maintenance of Motor Vehicles

Section 242

Body construction

- The body of every public service vehicle shall be soundly constructed to the satisfaction of the registering authority and shall be securely fastened to the frame of the vehicle.

Related Sections

Compulsory electric lighting

Prohibition of playing of radio etc., in a motor vehicle

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The Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989

Chapter VIICO — nstruction, Equipment and Maintenance of Motor Vehicles

Section 242

Body construction

- The body of every public service vehicle shall be soundly constructed to the satisfaction of the registering authority and shall be securely fastened to the frame of the vehicle.